Bringing of a charge or accusation (9)

I believe the answer is:

lodgement

(Other definitions for lodgement that I've seen before include "Placing" , "Occupied position" , "cash deposit" , "Temporary residence" , "accommodation" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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