der Rechtsbruch
Translation
violation of the law, breach of law, infringement of the law
Examples
Das war ein klarer Rechtsbruch.
That was a clear violation of the law.
Grammar Patterns
((a Rechtsbruch)) to commit a violation of the law He committed a violation of the law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gesetzesverstoß, Illegalität; Antonyms: Rechtstreue
Etymology
Composed of 'Recht' (law) + 'Bruch' (break, breach). Literally a 'law-break'.
Memory Tips
Imagine physically 'breaking' a written law, like snapping a ruler. This captures the meaning perfectly.