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The term acquital is used in law and is the
setting free of someone charged with a crime
after a trial. In English courts it follows
a verdict of "not guilty", but in Scotland
the verdict may be either "not guilty" or
"not proven". Acquittal by the jury must be
confirmed by the judge.
Subject by: Vince Pike