specific charge
Americannoun
noun
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Prosper also had a number of indecent images of children on his phone, but because of the severity of the other charges he faced, the Crown Prosecution Service decided against a specific charge on these.
From BBC
To reach a verdict, all 12 jurors must agree on whether Mr Trump is guilty or not guilty of a specific charge.
From BBC
The California Coastal Commission was created to enforce the act with a specific charge to balance the needs of the ecosystem with the need for public access and economic development, including affordable housing.
From Los Angeles Times
The specific charge is that she sought divergence with the UK government for political ends - to appear more compassionate, more cautious and, well, more Scottish.
From BBC
Fischer was charged with obstructing an official proceeding after entering the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, along with a slew of other charges, and has been trying to get this specific charge, which carries a maximum prison sentence of 20 years, dismissed.
From Slate
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