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Acquittal
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an official judgment in court of law that declares someone not guilty of the crime they were charged with
Example
The acquittal came as a surprise to many observers, who had anticipated a different outcome based on the evidence presented.
Following the acquittal, the defendant was released from custody and allowed to resume their normal life.
The acquittal marked the end of a long legal battle for the accused, who maintained their innocence throughout the proceedings.
The defendant was relieved to receive an acquittal after a lengthy trial, as the jury found them not guilty of all charges.
The defense attorney argued persuasively, leading to the acquittal of their client despite the prosecution's case.
