Define: Affray

Affray
Affray
Quick Summary of Affray

Affray is a legal term that refers to a public order offense involving the threat of violence or the use of unlawful violence by one or more individuals towards others. In simple terms, it is a situation where there is violence or the threat of violence in a public place that causes fear and disturbance among the public. Affray charges can be brought when there is a reasonable apprehension of immediate physical harm, even if no actual physical harm occurs. It is a criminal offense punishable by law and can result in fines or imprisonment, depending on the severity of the incident and the jurisdiction in which it occurs.

What is the dictionary definition of Affray?
Dictionary Definition of Affray

A criminal offense generally defined as the fighting of two or more persons in a public place that disturbs others.

Full Definition Of Affray

The offense originated under the common law and in some jurisdictions has become a statutory crime. Although an agreement to fight is not an element of the crime under the common-law definition, some statutes provide that an affray can occur only when two or more persons agree to fight in a public place.

An affray is a type of disorderly conduct and a breach of the peace since it is conduct that disturbs the peace of the community. It is punishable by a fine, imprisonment, or both.

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Definition Sources

Definitions for Affray are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

This glossary post was last updated: 6th March, 2024.

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