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misdemeanor

[mis-di-mee-ner] / ˌmɪs dɪˈmi nər /
NOUN
criminal offense
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The willful failure to file a tax return is a misdemeanor.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Attorney Douglas Duncan appeared in Martin County, Fla., court Tuesday, waived arraignment on Woods’ behalf, entered not guilty pleas on the two misdemeanor charges and requested a trial by jury.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The Santa Clara County district attorney’s office filed a combination of felony and misdemeanor charges against Bruneil Henry Chamaki, 32, and brothers Roma Akoyans, 20, and Ramon Akoyans, 18.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Reid, whose recordings were submitted to the court, was acquitted of the misdemeanor charge at trial.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

The usual bail for such a misdemeanor would be $500.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers




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