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    Délit (en. Offense)

    /də.li/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A violation of the law that results in criminal penalties.
    He was convicted of hit-and-run.
    Il a été condamné pour délit de fuite.
    A minor offense, as opposed to serious crimes.
    Minor offenses are often judged by local courts.
    Les petits délits sont souvent jugés par des tribunaux de proximité.
    A reprehensible act under current legislation.
    The offense of simple theft is punished by law.
    Le délit de vol simple est puni par la loi.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'delictum', meaning 'offense' or 'fault'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hit-and-run
    Leaving a place after committing an offense, especially an accident, without stopping.
    délit de fuite
    insider trading
    Stock transaction based on non-public information.
    délit d'initié
    prosecute for an offense
    To initiate legal proceedings for a criminal offense.
    poursuivre en délit

    Related Words

    crime
    An illegal act more serious than a minor offense.
    crime
    misdemeanor
    A minor violation, often punished by a fine.
    contravention
    penalty
    Punishment imposed for an offense.
    sanction

    Slang Meanings

    A petty crime.
    It's just a minor offense, don't worry about it.
    C'est juste un délit, ne t'en fais pas.
    An inconsequential violation.
    He didn't steal much; it was a minor offense.
    Il n'a pas volé grand-chose, c'était un délit mineur.