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criminal law

/ˈkrɪmɪnəl lɔː/

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/ˈkrɪmɪnəl lɔː/C1formallegal
  • ruСовокупность правовых норм, определяющих поведение, запрещённое государством, поскольку оно угрожает общественной безопасности и благосостоянию, и устанавливающих наказания для тех, кто совершает такие действия.

A body of law that defines conduct prohibited by the state because it threatens public safety and welfare, and establishes punishments for those who commit such acts.

  1. System of legal rulesB2formal

    The body of law that defines offenses against the state or public, and prescribes punishment for those offenses.

    ruСистема правовых норм

    • Criminal law deals with actions that are considered harmful to society.
    • The defendant was charged under criminal law for theft.
    • Understanding criminal law is essential for any lawyer.