Criminal Damages
/ˈkrɪmɪnəl ˈdæmɪdʒɪz/
Definitions
- (n.) Damage to property caused intentionally or recklessly, constituting a criminal offense under law.
He was charged with criminal damages after vandalizing the storefront.
Forms
- criminal damages
- criminal damage
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Commentary
The term often overlaps with vandalism but specifically denotes unlawful harm to property recognized as a criminal offense; legislation varies by jurisdiction.
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