Cryptic crossword clue
Given it’s wrong, arrested Charlie for giving the boot 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word EVICTING

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The straight part
We know that "giving the boot" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case giving the boot = evicting.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does EVICTING mean?

EVICTING verb
  1. To expel (one or more people) from their property; to force (one or more people) to move out.

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