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An infraction is usually the breaking of a law, rule, or agreement. So a nation charged with an infraction of an international treaty will usually have to pay a penalty. In Federal law, an infraction is even smaller than a misdemeanor, and the only penalty is a fine. Most of us occasionally commit infractions of parking laws and get ticketed; speeding tickets are usually for infractions as well, though they go on a permanent record and can end up costing you money for years to come. The closely related word infringement generally refers to a violation of a right or privilege; use of another's writings without permission, for example, may be an infringement of the copyright.
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Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 5 Dec. 2024
Traffic infractions against Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill — which escalated to a tense police confrontation caught on video two months ago — were summarily dismissed on Monday when officers didn't come to court, records showed.
—David K. Li, NBC News, 26 Nov. 2024
The Colts had 98 yards of offense wiped away by infractions, including a 21-yard catch by tight end Kylen Granson in the first quarter, a 19-yard run by running back Jonathan Taylor in the second quarter and a 30-yard reception by wide receiver Josh Downs in the third quarter.
—James Boyd, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
Since her incarceration, Smith has faced disciplinary actions for multiple infractions, including drug use and fraternizing with guards, which may factor into the parole board's decision.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Infraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/infraction. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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