Definition (English):1. A formal accusation of an offense as a preliminary step to prosecution <a murder charge>. Also termed criminal charge. [Cases: Criminal Law (;:::>208.1.)2. An instruction or command <a mother's charge to her son>. 3. JURY CHARGE <review the charge for appealable error>. 4. An aSSigned duty or task; a responsibility <the manager's charge to open and close the office>. 5. An encumbrance, lien, or claim <a charge on property>. 6. A person or thing entrusted to another's care <a charge of the estate>. 7. Price, cost, or expense <free ofcharge>.
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