In a criminal action, the person or party accused of an offense is called a

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The person or party accused of an offense in a criminal action is called the defendant. A criminal is a person who commits a crime, but not all individuals who commit a crime are necessarily accused in a criminal action. A civilian is a broad term that refers to any person not in the military, government, or law enforcement. A plaintiff is the party who brings a civil lawsuit against a defendant. A plea bargainer is a term used to describe a defendant who agrees to plead guilty to a reduced charge or sentence in exchange for a lesser punishment.

In a Criminal Action, the Person or Party Accused of an Offense