Retrial: meaning, definitions and examples

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retrial

 

[ ˌriːˈtraɪəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal term

A retrial is a new trial that takes place after the original trial has been declared invalid or null and void. It is conducted to re-examine the case and reach a new verdict.

Synonyms

fresh hearing, new trial, second trial

Examples of usage

  • The defendant was granted a retrial after new evidence came to light.
  • The retrial lasted several weeks before a final verdict was reached.
Context #2 | Noun

legal system

In the legal system, a retrial is a process that allows for a case to be reheard by a different court or jury if there are concerns about the fairness of the original trial.

Synonyms

redo, rehearing, review

Examples of usage

  • The appeals court ordered a retrial due to procedural errors in the initial trial.
  • The retrial will take place in a different jurisdiction to ensure impartiality.

Translations

Translations of the word "retrial" in other languages:

🇵🇹 novo julgamento

🇮🇳 पुन: परीक्षण

🇩🇪 Neuverhandlung

🇮🇩 pengadilan ulang

🇺🇦 повторний суд

🇵🇱 ponowne rozpatrzenie

🇯🇵 再審

🇫🇷 nouveau procès

🇪🇸 nuevo juicio

🇹🇷 yeniden yargılama

🇰🇷 재심

🇸🇦 إعادة المحاكمة

🇨🇿 nový proces

🇸🇰 nové súdne konanie

🇨🇳 重审

🇸🇮 ponovno sojenje

🇮🇸 endurritun

🇰🇿 қайта соттау

🇬🇪 ხელახლა განსჯა

🇦🇿 yenidən məhkəmə

🇲🇽 nuevo juicio

Etymology

The word 'retrial' originated in the early 19th century, combining the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'trial'. It is commonly used in legal contexts to refer to a new trial following the invalidation of the original trial. The concept of retrial reflects the importance of ensuring justice and fairness in legal proceedings.

See also: trial, trialist, trials.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,377, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.