Countercharging

/ˌkaʊntərˈtʃɑrdʒɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of making an opposing charge or accusation in response to a charge made against you.

Etymology

From counter- (against) + charging (making an accusation). The counter- prefix comes from Latin contra-, meaning 'against,' while charge derives from Old French charger, meaning 'to load or accuse.'

Kelly Says

In law, countercharging is a strategic defense tactic that flips the script—instead of just defending yourself, you accuse your accuser of the same crime, which was famously used in political trials throughout history.

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