“offender”

This page shows official legal definitions of “offender” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.

Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

A person who commits an offence.

Source: Law Handbook Glossary (Legal Services Commission of South Australia)
Jurisdiction: New Zealand New Zealand

A person convicted of a criminal offence.

Source: Glossary of Legal Terms (New Zealand Ministry of Justice)