sentencia absolutoria
acquittal
'Sentencia absolutoria' is a term used in the Spanish legal system which directly translates to 'acquittal sentence' in English. It refers to a sentence or verdict in a criminal proceeding where the defendant is found 'not guilty' and is subsequently absolved of all charges. This verdict can be handed down by a judge or a jury.
Example sentences using: sentencia absolutoria
Los abogados se sorprendieron al escuchar la sentencia absolutoria del juez.
The lawyers were surprised to hear the judge's acquittal sentence.
This sentence describes a scenario in court where the lawyers were surprised to hear the judge pronounce an acquittal sentence. An acquittal sentence, 'sentencia absolutoria' in Spanish, is a judgement that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged.
La sentencia absolutoria fue un alivio para el acusado.
The acquittal sentence was a relief for the defendant.
The sentence describes a situation where a defendant feels relieved after hearing an acquittal sentence. The term 'sentencia absolutoria' means acquittal sentence, which in this case releases the defendant from the accusation of a crime.
El jurado anunció la sentencia absolutoria tras varios días de deliberación.
The jury announced the acquittal sentence after several days of deliberation.
This sentence provides an example of a situation where a jury takes several days to decide on a verdict and finally announces an acquittal sentence. 'Sentencia absolutoria' is translated to acquittal sentence, which signifies that the accused is cleared of charges.