“conviction”

This page shows official legal definitions of “conviction” 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

A judgment of guilt against a criminal defendant.

Source: Glossary of Legal Terms (United States Courts)
Jurisdiction: United States United States

The determination of guilty based on a plea, a jury verdict, or a finding of a judicial officer.

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