Usage Note
Anklagepunkt is a single item in an indictment; the accused may be found guilty on all, some, or none of the Anklagepunkte, and the verdict is given separately for each count.
Examples
"Er wurde in drei von vier Anklagepunkten für schuldig befunden."
Natural Translation
He was found guilty on three of four charges.
Literal Translation
He was in three of four charge-points for guilty found.
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