Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
petty-crime
Noun
ˈpeti kraɪm
Definition
Petty crime refers to minor offenses that are typically considered less serious than felonies.
Examples
- Stealing a candy bar from a store is considered a petty crime.
- Many petty crimes go unreported as they are deemed not worth the effort.
- Public drunkenness is often classified as a petty crime.
Meaning
It involves small-scale activities that may break the law but do not pose a significant threat to society.
Synonyms
- Minor offense
- Misdeed
- Infraction
- Offense
