Legal Definition and Related Resources of Petty Offense
Meaning of Petty Offense
An offense with a maximum penalty up to six months imprisonment and a $500.00 fine for which the accused has no constitutional right to a jury trial . Duncan v Louisiana, 391 U.S. 145, 88 S.Ct. 1444,20 L.Ed.2d 491.
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English Spanish Translation of Petty Offense
Also known as infractions. They are misdemeanors that never warrant any time in jail. Tried in a summary proceeding.
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Petty Offense Meaning in the U.S. Court System
A federal misdemeanor punishable by six months or less in prison.
Meaning of Petty Offence/ Petty Offense in Spanish
Description/ translation of petty offence/ petty offense into Spanish: falta[1]
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Notes and References
- Translation of Petty Offence/ Petty Offense published by Antonio Peñaranda
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