reoffense Definition
the act of committing a crime again after having been convicted and punished for it before.
Using reoffense: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reoffense" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The high rate of reoffense among released prisoners is a major concern for law enforcement.
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The judge took into account the defendant's history of reoffense when handing down the sentence.
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The program aims to reduce reoffense rates by providing education and job training to former inmates.
reoffense Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for reoffense
- recidivism
- relapse
- repeat offense
Summary: reoffense in Brief
'Reoffense' [ˌriːəˈfens] refers to the act of committing a crime again after having been convicted and punished for it before. It is also known as 'recidivism' and 'repeat offense.' The high rate of reoffense among released prisoners is a major concern for law enforcement, and programs aimed at reducing reoffense rates often provide education and job training to former inmates.
