Instructions: In this task, we ask you to rewrite a sentence in simple English without changing its general meaning. Essentially, you want to make the sentence easier to read by using simpler words, utilizing more straightforward sentence structures, and omitting non-essential information etc.
Input: While criminal procedure differs dramatically by jurisdiction , the process generally begins with a formal criminal charge with the person on trial either being free on bail or incarcerated , and results in the conviction or acquittal of the defendant .
Output:
While criminal procedure differs by jurisdiction , the process generally begins with a formal criminal charge and results in the or acquittal of the defendant .