noun (n)

• a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt(noun.communication)

  Synonym:
  accusal
  

  source: wordnet30
• an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence(noun.communication)

  Synonym:
  charge
  

  source: wordnet30
• The act of accusing or charging with a crime or with a lighter offense.(noun)

  source: webster1913