political offense

political offense. A crime directed against the security or government of a nation, such as treason, sedition, or espionage. • Under principles of international law, the perpetrator of a political offense cannot be extradited. — Also termed political crime. [Cases: Extradition and Detainers 5.]

---

词条贡献者

法律翻译Denise，毕业于一所旨在培养高级翻译专业人才的翻译院校，专注翻译各类与专利与商标的授权与起诉有关的法律文件。