Pronunciation: [ɪnfɹˈaktə] (IPA) 
The word "infractor" is spelled with the letter "c" instead of the more common "k" in the word "infraction". The pronunciation is /ɪnˈfræktər/ and the spelling reflects the Latin root "infractus" meaning "broken", as the word refers to someone who has broken a law or rule. Although the spelling may seem unusual to some, it is a valid alternative that has been used since the 17th century.
Infractor is a noun that refers to an individual who violates or breaks a law, rule, or regulation. The term is particularly used in legal or law enforcement contexts to describe someone who commits an offense or engages in wrongdoing that is punishable by law. An infractor can take various forms, ranging from a person who commits a minor infraction, such as a traffic violation, to someone involved in serious criminal activities like theft, assault, or fraud.
Typically, an infractor is someone who intentionally or negligently disregards established norms or restrictions, thereby disrupting the order or causing harm within a community or society. Law enforcement agencies and legal authorities play a critical role in identifying, apprehending, and bringing infractors to justice. The term infractor emphasizes the act of violating a law or regulation, highlighting the transgressive nature of their conduct.
Infractors may face legal consequences such as fines, probation, imprisonment, or mandatory rehabilitation programs depending on the severity of their offense. In some cases, alternative forms of punishment, such as community service or restitution, may be imposed. The term infractor is often used interchangeably with other terms like offender, rule-breaker, lawbreaker, or culprit, depending on the context and the nature of the violation committed.
The word infractor comes from the Latin term infractor, which means violator or offender. It is derived from the verb infringere, which translates to to break or to infringe.
