Property Crime
/ˈprɒpərti kraɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A criminal act targeting physical property rather than persons, including theft, burglary, vandalism, and arson.
The defendant was charged with property crime after breaking into the store.
Forms
- property crimes
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Commentary
Property crimes focus on unlawful interference with ownership or use of property, distinguished from crimes against persons.
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