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crime An offense committed against the public good, or society. defendent A person who is accused of a crime. plaintiff The party that accuses a person of a crime. prosecutor The government official who brings the case against the defendent. felony A major crime. misdemeanor A less-serious crime. infraction A minor offense that is usually punishable with a fine and not with jail time.