Rape is a grave offence.

Bribery is a serious offence.

I took offence at his words.

Misleading customers is a sackable offence.

Abusing children is a heinous offence.

This offence carries a jail sentence.

There's no criminal offence for that.

He's been convicted of a drug offence.

Killing any animal is a criminal offence.

I didn't mean to give offence to anyone.

He has been arrested for a serious offence.

I didn't intend to give offence to anyone.

He was found guilty of a sexual offence.

It is a statutory offence to carry guns.

Driving without a licence is a criminal offence.