Incriminate
V to reveal guilt or make someone appear guilty
Decriminalize
V to do away with legal penalties for
Recrimination
N and accusation make in reply, a counter charge
Culpable
Adj deserving blame
Culprit
N one responsible for a crime
Mea culpa
Interjection. Statement uttered to show personal responsibility for wrong
Onus
N burden or obligation
Onerous
Adj unpleasant and burdensome
Exonerate
V to prove not guilty
Approbation
N praise or approval
Reprobate
N dishonest or immoral person, a scoundrel
Reprove
V to scold or criticize
Convoluted
Adj having too many twists and turns, overly complicated
Restitution
N payment for an injury, compensation
Dilligent
Adj hardworking or careful