What is an offence (infraction)? – answer

Answer

Un acte interdit par la loi et puni d'une peineAn act forbidden by law and punishable by a penalty

An offence is behaviour that is forbidden and punished by law. There are three types: minor offence, misdemeanour and serious crime.

Source: Code pénal, article 111-1Updated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

Official text, in French

Les infractions pénales sont classées, suivant leur gravité, en crimes, délits et contraventions.

Official text (Légifrance), checked on 16 October 2026.

Une simple impolitesse sans conséquenceA simple act of rudeness with no consequences
Une décision prise par le maireA decision made by the mayor
Un acte interdit par la loi et puni d'une peineAn act forbidden by law and punishable by a penalty (Correct answer)
Un désaccord entre deux voisinsA disagreement between two neighbours

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