misdemeanor Synonym

Synonyme misdemeanor

offense - transgression - infraction - violation - wrongdoing - misconduct - delinquency - misdeed - fault - lapse - peccadillo - indiscretion - breach - crime - minor crime - petty crime - minor offense - petty offense - misbehavior - mischief - error - slip - blunder - faux pas - mistake - naughtiness - infringement - contravention - trespass


A misdemeanor is a type of criminal offense that is less serious than a felony and more serious than an infraction. It typically results in less severe punishments such as fines, community service, probation, or short-term imprisonment in a local jail rather than in a state or federal penitentiary. Examples of misdemeanors include petty theft, simple assault, public intoxication, trespassing, and vandalism.

Category: Law Tags: Offense Crime Infraction


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