Definition of Acquittal
a setting free from the charge of an offense or verdict
Examples of Acquittal in a sentence
When there is not enough evidence, a criminal case will usually end with an acquittal.
Everyone was shocked by the killer’s acquittal which allowed him to leave prison.
After the defendant learned of his acquittal, he jumped for joy.
The man’s foreign diplomat status ensures he will receive an acquittal on any charge.
Once the jury learned the defendant had a possible alibi, they had no choice but to announce an acquittal in the case.
The victim’s family was completely outraged by the defendant’s acquittal.
When the accused serial killer received an acquittal, the entire country was enraged.
Although the defendant received an acquittal on the most serious charges, he still has to go to prison for one year on minor charges.
The animal rights group was far from happy when the suspected puppy killer received an acquittal for the offense.
Since I am innocent of all charges, I hope I will receive an acquittal after the jury hears the testimony.
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