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KembaraXtra – Legal Terms – Indictable Offence
An indictable offence is a serious criminal offence that may be tried on indictment, typically in the Crown Court. Examples include murder, rape, and other grave crimes.
Some indictable offences are triable only in the Crown Court, while others may be tried either summarily or on indictment. The classification affects procedure, sentencing powers, and trial rights.
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