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Strafprozess
German → American English
American English
Criminal trial
Gerichtliches Verfahren in einem Strafsache gegen eine beschuldigte Person.
Der Strafprozess gegen den Angeklagten dauerte mehrere Wochen.Use Strafprozess for the legal criminal trial procedure; in everyday English, it most often translates as "criminal trial" or, more broadly, "criminal proceedings."
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Strafprozess" mean in English?
"Strafprozess" means "criminal trial" or more broadly "criminal proceedings."
Is "Strafprozess" the same as "Strafverfahren"?
They are very close in meaning. "Strafverfahren" is the broader legal process, while "Strafprozess" often refers more specifically to the trial phase.
How do you use "Strafprozess" in a sentence?
Example: "Der Strafprozess begann gestern." = "The criminal trial began yesterday."