The phrase "alleged offender" refers to a person who is accused or suspected of committing a crime, but their guilt or innocence has not been proven in a court of law yet. Full definition
Good defense lawyers are required to clear the accusations for alleged offenders. (libertylawyers.com)
NEW YORK CITY ---- Rescues of New York City animals from cruelty and neglect and arrests of alleged offenders all soared in 2014, the first full year since the American SPCA began turning the lead role in humane law enforcement over to the New York Police Department. (animals24-7.org)
The natural inclination to «learn more» about the abuse by talking to the child or alleged offender prior to reporting the matter to authorities can have a negative impact on any subsequent investigation by the police or social services. (christianitytoday.com)