| 释义 |
overt act
noun
: an outward act done in pursuance and manifestation of an intent or design that is not punishable in itself without such act:
a. : an act done in actual preparation for the illegal object and thereby sufficing for conviction
b. under the treason clause of the United States Constitution : an act of such nature as to sustain at least the finding that the accused gave aid and comfort to the enemy |