charging instrumentglossary / CHARGING INSTRUMENT charging instrument. A formal document — usu. either an indictment or an information — that sets forth an accusation of a crime. — Also termed accusatory instrument. 词条贡献者 法律翻译舒婷,知名法学院保险学专业,专注翻译各类与保险与再保险诉讼有关的法律文件。