A less serious crime, including, for example, making indecent telephone calls or loitering on private property at night, is termed _________________.

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A summary conviction offence is a less serious crime that is heard in provincial court and carries a maximum penalty of a $5,000 fine and/or a six-month jail sentence. Examples of summary conviction offences include petty theft, disturbing the peace, and minor traffic violations. Felonies and indictable offences are more serious crimes that carry harsher penalties, while deviance is a broader concept that encompasses behaviours and actions that deviate from societal norms, but may not necessarily be criminal in nature. A hybrid offence is a type of crime that can be prosecuted as either a summary conviction or indictable offence, depending on the severity of the offence and the discretion of the prosecutor.

A Less Serious Crime, Including, for Example, Making Indecent Telephone