violation
noun
uk/ˌvaɪəˈleɪʃən/ us [ C or U ] LAW
an action that breaks a law, agreement, rule, etc.:
The first violation can result in a $150 fine.
a violation of sth Unpaid overtime is a violation of corporate policy.
in violation of sth It was clear that they had acted in violation of the rules.
a traffic/probation/safety violation
[ C ] SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
an action that does not show respect for an important principle:
a violation of sth He said the leaked report was a violation of the confidentiality of the investigation.
The black market for body organs is a violation of human dignity.