It means that there is sufficient proof to try a person in court. The grand jury decides whether there is enough evidence to accuse someone of a crime. There is not burden of proof as to guilt or innocence. The question is, is there enough valid evidence to make an accusation of guilt.
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Reply to eli5 What does “indicted” mean? by jcw10489
It means that there is sufficient proof to try a person in court. The grand jury decides whether there is enough evidence to accuse someone of a crime. There is not burden of proof as to guilt or innocence. The question is, is there enough valid evidence to make an accusation of guilt.