misdemeanour
Britishnoun
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criminal law (formerly) an offence generally less heinous than a felony and which until 1967 involved a different form of trial Compare felony
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any minor offence or transgression
Example Sentences
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Two former ministers, including ex-transport minister Kostas Karamanlis were also referred to justice by parliament but face only misdemeanour charges at present.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
The defendants could benefit from a 2019 law under which breaches of the confidentiality of communications are classed as a misdemeanour.
From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026
She is facing multiple charges of misdemeanour theft of services.
From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025
On Monday, a Utah man was arrested and charged with obstructing law enforcement, a felony, and a range of misdemeanour charges.
From BBC • Aug. 27, 2024
Well, you suspect this lady of something more than misdemeanour.
From A Duel by Marsh, Richard
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