Arraign

usgb/əˈreɪn/
verb

To formally accuse someone in court.

The suspect was arraigned on charges of manslaughter.
Visual representation of "arraign" - To formally accuse someone in court

Often appears as...

  • arraigned for
  • arraigned on charges

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Courtroom Setting

The term 'arraign' typically takes place in a formal courtroom environment.

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The defendant was arraigned before a silent courtroom.
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Legal Process

'Arraign' marks the start of the legal process where charges are presented.

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Upon being arraigned, the charges against him were read aloud.
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Not a Conviction

'Arraign' does not mean the person is convicted, only accused formally in court.

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He was arraigned last week, but the trial hasn't started yet.
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