retrial

noun

re·​tri·​al (ˌ)rē-ˈtrī(-ə)l 

: a second trial, experiment, or test

specifically : a second judicial trial

Examples of retrial in a Sentence

His case is coming up for retrial.

Recent Examples on the Web

Prosecutors announced in court that one of Demons’ lead attorneys, Raven Liberty, was under investigation by the Broward Sheriff’s Office for alleged witness tampering, a charge faced by Demons and a co-defendant in connection with his upcoming retrial on double-murder charges. —Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2025

Legal experts are weighing in on how a new motion filed by the prosecution could impact Karen Read's retrial. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025

Lyle and Erik were convicted of first-degree murder at their 1995 retrial. —Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2024

In 1995, the brothers’ retrial began – this time with one jury and no camera in the courtroom. —Zoe Sottile, CNN, 25 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1779, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

retrial

noun

re·​tri·​al (ˈ)rē-ˈtrī(-ə)l 

: a second trial, experiment, or test

Legal Definition

retrial

noun

re·​tri·​al ˌrē-ˈtrī-əl, ˈrē-ˌtrī- 

: a trial of a matter already tried

Note: A retrial is barred by double jeopardy following a mistrial for which there was no manifest necessity.