No. 2,174 in French
correctionnel
Relating to correctional or criminal justice, typically involving minor offenses.
In a sentence
Le tribunal correctionnel a statué sur l'affaire.
The correctional court ruled on the case.
Here, 'correctionnel' relates to the judicial system, referring to a court that deals with criminal cases that are not major offenses.
Il travaille dans un établissement correctionnel.
He works in a correctional facility.
Here, 'correctionnel' refers to a facility, such as a prison, aimed at rehabilitating offenders.
Elle étudie le droit correctionnel pour devenir avocate.
She studies correctional law to become a lawyer.
Here, 'correctionnel' describes a branch of law focusing on the penalties and rehabilitation associated with offenses.
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