Meaning of the word "witness intimidation" in English
What does "witness intimidation" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
witness intimidation
US /ˈwɪtnəs ˌɪntɪmɪˈdeɪʃən/
UK /ˈwɪtnəs ˌɪntɪmɪˈdeɪʃən/
Noun
the act of illegally influencing or threatening a witness to a crime to prevent them from testifying or to alter their testimony
Example:
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The defendant was charged with witness intimidation after threatening the victim's family.
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The prosecutor emphasized that witness intimidation would not be tolerated.