/tə steɪt ən əˈfɛns/ – Phrase
Definition: 1. xác định cấu thành tội phạm;
2. mô tả chính xác hành vi phạm tội đã thực hiện hay bị cáo buộc.
A more thorough explanation: “To state an offence” refers to formally accusing or alleging that someone has committed a crime or violation of the law. It involves presenting the details of the alleged illegal act in a clear and specific manner, typically in a legal document such as a criminal complaint or indictment.
Example: The defendant was charged with assault, a criminal offence under section 39 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988.