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Verletzung

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violation

noun

Comparative law notes

Austria

Violation is the best term to use when a some sets of rules - whether contractual, legislative or judicial - are neglected or disobeyed.

Definitions of violation

English

an action that is against an agreement, a law or a court order etc

Any violation of the law against insider trading may lead to a prison sentence of up to six years.