Which of these is an example of a misdemeanour (délit)?

Answer

Un vol à l'étalageShoplifting

Explanation

Theft is a délit, tried by the criminal court and punishable by up to 3 years in prison. Murder and rape are crimes; illegal parking is a minor offence.

Source: Code pénal, article 311-3Updated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

What the law says

Official text, in French

Code pénal, article 311-3

Le vol est puni de trois ans d'emprisonnement et de 45 000 euros d'amende.

Read the article on legifrance.gouv.fr

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

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

Un meurtreA murder
Un violA rape
Un vol à l'étalageShoplifting (Correct answer)
Un stationnement interditIllegal parking

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