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Le délit
This is a false friend; it does not mean 'delight'. It refers to an intermediate offense like theft or assault that is judged in a Tribunal correctionnel. It is the most common category for criminal trials.
Examples in context
Le vol est considéré comme un délit.
Theft is considered a misdemeanor.
Il a été arrêté pour un petit délit.
He was arrested for a minor offense.
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