delict
noun
de·lict di-ˈlikt 
dē-
: an offense against the law
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web An apostate from the faith, a heretic, or a schismatic automatically incurs excommunication, when the delict (or violation) is committed. 
Fr. Goran Jovicic, National Review, 13 June 2021
Fr. Goran Jovicic, National Review, 13 June 2021 Word History
Etymology
Latin delictum fault, from neuter of delictus, past participle of delinquere
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
Legal Definition
delict
noun
de·lict di-ˈlikt
1
in the civil law of Louisiana : offense sense 2
especially : an offense other than breach of contract that creates an obligation for damages
Note: Delict is the civil law equivalent of the common-law tort.
2
: a criminal offense