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misdemeanors
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an action that is considered wrong or unacceptable yet not very serious
- She was charged with a misdemeanor for trespassing on private property.
- Unlike felonies, misdemeanors usually result in lighter penalties, such as fines or short-term imprisonment.
- His misdemeanor conviction for shoplifting led to a few months of community service and probation.
- The judge emphasized that while a misdemeanor is less severe than a felony, it can still have serious legal consequences.
- Public intoxication is often classified as a misdemeanor, leading to a night in jail or a minor fine.
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