/fɜrst əˈfɛns/ – Phrase
Definition: hành vi phạm tội lần đầu
A more thorough explanation: 1. the fact of being prosecuted for a criminal offence for the first time. In some jurisdictions, this may mean that the punishment will be less severe.
2. the fact of breaching an agreement. NB This is a rare use of the term.
Example: 1. The court heard that the incident was Mr Gardiner’s first offence and he had suffered the humiliation of having a conviction in a criminal court.
2. Upon Notification that such an act has occurred, SoftAware will warn the customer on the first offence, and may in turn pass along any expenses the customers have incurred.