Law And Order Vocabulary

Legislation – a law or set of laws made by a government
Example: The new legislation aims to reduce cybercrime.

Justice – fairness in the way people are treated
Example: Victims of crime deserve justice and support.

Crime rate – the number of crimes committed in a particular area
Example: The crime rate in urban areas has increased recently.

Offence – an illegal act or crime
Example: Driving without a license is a serious offence.

Criminal – a person who commits a crime

Example: The criminal was arrested after a long investigation.

Law enforcement – the activity of making sure laws are obeyed
Example: Law enforcement agencies work hard to maintain public safety.

Penalty – punishment for breaking a law
Example: The penalty for tax evasion can include imprisonment.

Deterrent – something that discourages people from doing something wrong
Example: Strict punishments can act as a deterrent to crime.

Imprisonment – putting someone in prison as punishment
Example: He was sentenced to ten years’ imprisonment for robbery.

Rehabilitation – helping criminals return to normal life after prison
Example: Rehabilitation programs can reduce reoffending rates.

Court – a place where legal cases are decided
Example: The witness gave her statement in court.

Judge – a person in charge of a court who decides the punishment
Example: The judge ruled that the evidence was insufficient.

Lawyer / Attorney – a person who practices or studies law
Example: She hired a lawyer to handle her case.

Verdict – the decision made by a jury or judge
Example: The verdict was “not guilty.