Criminal Law terms starting with I

4 terms

1. Imprisonment The placement of an individual in a jail or prison.
2. Indictment A written accusation by a grand jury charging a person with a felony. See information.
3. Information Accusatory document, filed by a prosecutor, detailing misdemeanor charges against a party.
4. Initial appearance The first hearing in court before a referee/judge. This is similar to an arraignment hearing on criminal cases.