“count”
This page shows official legal definitions of “count” 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.
United States
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An allegation in an indictment or information, charging a defendant with a crime. An indictment or information may contain allegations that the defendant committed more than one crime. Each allegation is referred to as a count.
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United States
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A specific charge filed against a defendant that is contained in a complaint or information filed by the prosecutor.
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