1. people who have committed misdemeanors (minor criminal offenses)
Usage: legal term; plural form

Examples

• The court processed dozens of misdemeanants charged with minor traffic violations.
• First-time misdemeanants often receive community service instead of jail time.
• The program helps misdemeanants reintegrate into society after completing their sentences.
• Local misdemeanants were required to attend mandatory counseling sessions.
• The judge showed leniency toward young misdemeanants with no prior record.
• Misdemeanants typically face fines or short-term imprisonment rather than lengthy sentences.