Cryptic crossword clue
Mischievous type, one getting exemption from punishment 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "exemption from punishment" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case exemption from punishment = impunity.
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.
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What does IMPUNITY mean?

IMPUNITY noun
  1. Exemption from punishment.
  2. Freedom from punishment or retribution; security from any reprisal or injurious consequences of an action, behaviour etc.

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