New York State Court Officers Practice Exam

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What is an accusatory instrument?

A court document that charges a person with a criminal offense
A document that outlines court procedures
An instrument used to record court proceedings
A form filed for civil lawsuits

The correct answer is: A court document that charges a person with a criminal offense

An accusatory instrument is a court document that formally charges a person with a criminal offense. It is the legal document that initiates a criminal case and sets forth the specific criminal charges against an individual. This document is crucial in the criminal justice process as it lays out the allegations and informs the defendant of the nature of the charges they are facing. The other options are incorrect as they do not accurately define what an accusatory instrument is in the context of criminal cases.