noun
- A crime less serious than a felony.
- synonyms: misdemeanor, misdemeanour, infraction, infringement
- An act that disregards an agreement or a right.
- usage: "he claimed a violation of his rights under the Fifth Amendment"
- synonyms: infringement
- Entry to another's property without right or permission.
- synonyms: trespass, encroachment, intrusion, usurpation
- A disrespectful act.
- synonyms: irreverence
- The crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will.
- synonyms: rape, assault, ravishment
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