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Delinquent


DELINQUENT, adjective Failing in duty; offending by neglect of duty.

DELINQUENT, noun One who fails to perform his duty, particularly a public officer who neglects his duty; an offender; one who commits a fault or crime.

A delinquent ought to be cited in the place or jurisdiction where the delinquency was committed.