mistrial

Noun

A trial that is terminated and declared invalid due to a fundamental error or a prejudicial mistake in the proceedings.

ریشه

From 'mistri-' (from 'mistrust') + '-al', influenced by Old French 'mestier' (to mix).

مثال

• The defense attorney argued for a mistrial due to the prosecutor's misconduct.
• The mistrial was declared when it was discovered that the jury had been influenced by outside information.
• The judge declared a mistrial after it was revealed that crucial evidence had been mishandled.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Declare a mistrial Call for a mistrial Mistrial due to misconduct Mistrial due to jury tampering