bill of particulars

bill of particulars

noun Law.
1.
a formal statement prepared by a plaintiff or a defendant itemizing a claim or counterclaim in a suit.
2.
an itemized statement prepared by the prosecution and informing the accused of the charges in a criminal case.

Origin:
1855–60
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Bill of particulars is always a great word to know.
So is search warrant. Does it mean:
a court order authorizing the examination of a dwelling or other private premises by police officials, as for stolen goods
sufficient forethought to impute deliberation and intent to commit the act
WordNet
bill of particulars

noun
the particular events to be dealt with in a criminal trial; advises the defendant and the court of the facts the defendant will be required to meet 
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