Disciplinary Offense
/ˌdɪsɪˈplɪnəri əˈfɛns/
Definitions
- (n.) An act or omission by a professional, employee, or member of an organization that violates established rules or codes of conduct and may result in disciplinary action.
The lawyer was reprimanded for a disciplinary offense involving client confidentiality.
- (n.) A breach of rules or standards set by a governing body, tribunal, or employer that justifies sanctions such as suspension or dismissal.
Repeated disciplinary offenses can lead to termination of employment.
Forms
- disciplinary offense
- disciplinary offenses
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Commentary
Terms like 'disciplinary offense' are often context-specific; definitions may vary between professional codes, employment law, and organizational policies.
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