ROUT
rout (rowt), n. The offense that occurs when an unlawful assembly makes some move toward
the accomplishment of its participants’ common purpose. Cf. RIOT. [Cases: Riot 1. C.J.S. Riot;
Insurrection §§ 2–10.]
“The word ‘rout’ comes from the same source as the word ‘route.’ It signifies that three or
more who have gathered together in unlawful assembly are ‘on their way.’ It is not necessary for
guilt of this offense that the design be actually carried out, nor that the journey be made in a
tumultuous manner.” Rollin M. Perkins & Ronald N. Boyce, Criminal Law 483 (3d ed. 1982). [Blacks Law 8th]