“amend”

This page shows official legal definitions of “amend” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.

Jurisdiction: United States United States

To add to or alter a charge that has been filed.

Source: Criminal Glossary (Superior Court of California, County of San Diego)
Jurisdiction: Canada Canada

To change or improve something: for example, a piece of legislation.

Source: Glossary of Parliamentary Terms for Intermediate Students (Parliament of Canada)