Simple English definitions for legal terms
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INFECT: To spread germs or sickness from one person or thing to another. It can also mean to make something bad or wrong, like when a bad behavior spreads to others. In some cases, it can refer to a ship or cargo being seized because of illegal items found on board.
Definition: To contaminate, taint with crime, or make liable in the seizure of contraband.
Examples:
The first example shows how a virus can infect a computer network, spreading from one computer to another and causing harm. The second example illustrates how a particular area of a city can be infected with illegal activity, such as drug-dealing, which can have negative consequences for the community. The third example demonstrates how a single package of contraband can infect an entire ship, making it liable for seizure by authorities.