petty offense
Example Sentences
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Quaid’s role, a naive sailor sentenced to eight years’ time for a petty offense, nearly went to John Travolta.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2024
Under his reading, a court may impose prison and probation for two different petty offenses, but not for “the same” petty offense.
From Slate • Aug. 21, 2023
It is unclear legally whether a judge can impose a sentence of jail time followed by probation for a petty offense such as parading.
From Washington Post • Oct. 28, 2021
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
Refusal to “lock in” was considered a petty offense.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
