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treason legal definition
noun
An attempt to overthrow the government of the state or
nation to which one owes allegiance, by making war against that government or
by giving material support to the enemies of that government. In order to be
convicted of treason, a person must confess in open court or there must be
testimony to overt acts by two witnesses. See also sedition.
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