breach of the peace
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of breach of the peace
First recorded in 1665–75
Example Sentences
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Prison officers had previously claimed the 30-year-old, who was on remand for unpaid fines and breach of the peace, had smashed up his cell and covered himself in excrement.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
Marshall, from Carluke in South Lanarkshire, was on remand for unpaid fines and breach of the peace charges when he experienced a mental health crisis.
From BBC ● Mar. 3, 2026
Mr Marshall, from Carluke in South Lanarkshire, was 30 when he died nine years ago while on remand awaiting a court appearance over unpaid fines and breach of the peace charges.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2024
The Chesterfield County deputies were charged Monday with misconduct in office, criminal conspiracy and aggravated breach of the peace, according to the warrants from the State Law Enforcement Division.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 13, 2024
It was in the nature of a breach of the peace.
From 'Charge It' Keeping Up With Harry by Bacheller, Irving
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