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Defence to a criminal charge (5) Crossword Clue

Last seen in: Puzzler · 2026-10-21

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(noun)

  1. (law) a defense by an accused person purporting to show that he or she could not have committed the crime in question
  2. a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc.

(verb)

  1. exonerate by means of an alibi

(noun)

  1. someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime

(adjective satellite)

  1. guilty of crime or serious offense
  2. involving or being or having the nature of a crime
  3. bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure

1 Potential Answers:

  • 99% match 5 letters
    ALIBI

    Defence to a criminal charge (5) (5)

    Puzzler · Oct 21, 2026

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