Definition of Offense
a violation of a law or rule
Examples of Offense in a sentence
Though it was only his first offense, the judge decided to sentence the criminal to a lengthy prison stay.
Entering the country without a visa was a federal offense.
Although petty theft is not a felony offense, it carries a hefty fine.
The manβs third DUI offense landed him in jail for at least a year.
Irritated by the small offense, the woman chastised her husband for leaving the toilet seat up again.
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