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Misdemeanor
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falta, delito menor
an action that is considered wrong or unacceptable yet not very serious
Example
Unlike felonies, misdemeanors usually result in lighter penalties, such as fines or short-term imprisonment.
She was charged with a misdemeanor for trespassing on private property.
Public intoxication is often classified as a misdemeanor, leading to a night in jail or a minor fine.
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demean
demean
Verb
demeanor
Noun
misdemeanor
Noun
Ejemplo
Unlike felonies, misdemeanors usually result in lighter penalties, such as fines or short-term imprisonment.
She was charged with a misdemeanor for trespassing on private property.
Public intoxication is often classified as a misdemeanor, leading to a night in jail or a minor fine.
His misdemeanor conviction for shoplifting led to a few months of community service and probation.
The judge emphasized that while a misdemeanor is less severe than a felony, it can still have serious legal consequences.
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