When someone is described as culpable for something, it means it's their fault or that they are guilty of it. ... The noun culpability refers to the guilt or blame that is deserved for some crime or wrongdoing.

What does the legal term culpable mean?

Culpable means censurable or blameworthy. When an individual is said to be “culpable,” what is meant is that s/he is legally responsible (liable) for a criminal act.

What is the example for culpable?

Example: Found culpable of throwing garbage in the creek, the litterbug was hit with a hefty fine. Example: The man driving the getaway car was just as culpable in the burglary as the two who actually broke into the store. Example: The principal knew immediately who was culpable for pulling the fire extinguisher.