Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Statutory Offense.
Statutory Offense - as a noun
Crimes created by statutes and not by common law
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
regulatory offenceregulatory offensestatutory offenceHypernyms (Closely Related)
crime9criminal offencecriminal offenselaw-breakingHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The defendant was charged with a statutory offense for illegal possession of firearms."
"Speeding is a common statutory offense that results in fines and points on a driver's license."
"Driving under the influence is a serious statutory offense that can lead to suspension of driving privileges."
"Vandalism is considered a statutory offense and is punishable by law."
"Engaging in public nudity is a statutory offense in many jurisdictions."
