/səbˈstæn.tɪv ˈfɛl.ə.ni/ – Phrase
Definition: 1. tội ác chính (trong một loạt hành vi phạm tội);
2. tội ác được thực hiện độc lập (không liên quan đến người khác).
A more thorough explanation: A substantive felony refers to a serious criminal offense that is inherently unlawful and punishable by a significant term of imprisonment, as opposed to a procedural or technical violation. It typically involves acts that are considered to be inherently harmful or dangerous to society, such as murder, robbery, or drug trafficking.
Example: The defendant was charged with a substantive felony, such as robbery or murder, which carries a minimum sentence of 10 years in prison.