misdemeanours

[US]/ˌmɪsdɪˈmiːnəz/
[UK]/ˌmɪsdɪˈminərz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.illegal acts that are less serious than felonies

Phrases & Collocations

minor misdemeanours

petty misdemeanours

traffic misdemeanours

criminal misdemeanours

common misdemeanours

serious misdemeanours

social misdemeanours

juvenile misdemeanours

local misdemeanours

non-violent misdemeanours

Example Sentences

he was charged with several misdemeanours.

misdemeanours can result in fines or community service.

she has a record of misdemeanours from her youth.

judges often consider the circumstances of misdemeanours.

many misdemeanours are punishable by up to a year in jail.

they are working to reform laws regarding misdemeanours.

public awareness of misdemeanours has increased.

some misdemeanours may be expunged from your record.

he learned from his misdemeanours and changed his ways.

understanding the difference between felonies and misdemeanours is important.

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