petty offense

Example Sentences

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“Charges are reduced to a misdemeanor or petty offense, and the criminal is released after paying a nominal fine,” Adrian Guerrero, a director of public affairs for Union Pacific, said in the letter.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2022

During a plea hearing, the judge asked: "Does the government, in agreeing to the petty offense in this case, have any concern about deterrence?"

From Reuters • Oct. 13, 2021

The 26-year-old woman pleaded guilty to a petty offense — foot travel in thermal areas — on Aug. 18.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 26, 2021

“Does the government, in agreeing to the petty offense in this case, have any concern about deterrence?”

From Washington Post • Aug. 4, 2021

Refusal to “lock in” was considered a petty offense.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover