Question

a written accusation declaring that there is sufficient evidence to try the identified individual for a specified crime is called a(n)
a. subpoena
b. citation
c. miranda warning
d. indictment

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option a: A subpoena is a court order to appear or produce evidence, not an accusation of crime.
• Option b: A citation is typically for minor offenses (like traffic) to appear in court, not a formal accusation of a serious crime with sufficient evidence.
• Option c: A Miranda warning is given to inform suspects of their rights, not an accusation.
• Option d: An indictment is a written accusation by a grand jury (or prosecutor in some cases) stating there's sufficient evidence to try someone for a crime.

Answer:

d. Indictment