breach of the peace

Example Sentences

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Kastrati was earlier acquitted of charges of breach of the peace, stealing a car and driving offences after the prosecution withdrew the charges.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

BBC Scotland News understands the girl was arrested for an alleged breach of the peace.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 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

Most were to "prevent a breach of the peace".

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2023

Thus was the anger appeased and the danger of a breach of the peace averted for the moment.

From By Veldt and Kopje by Scully, W. C. (William Charles)