noun
criminal defendant; accused person
Formal legal term used in criminal proceedings. The cross-referenced 被告人 is a broader term for defendant in both civil and criminal contexts.
See also: 被告人
刑事被告人は法廷で無罪を主張した。
The criminal defendant pleaded not guilty in court.
刑事被告人の権利は憲法で保障されている。
The rights of the accused are guaranteed by the constitution.