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The "law" is a system of rules that prohibit certain forms of behavior. In order to be laws, these rules must define consequences that happen if someone does not obey. These consequences are punishments. For example, one possible punishment for committing a misdemeanor in California is jail time.

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Army When is punishment imposed?

the court-marital is responsible for setting the sentence. The members determine a sentence based on evidence, and it must best serve which of the following


Can you explain the eighth amendment in fifth grade words?

Too much money paid to a court to allow someone to be set free should not be given


What was imposed on the colonists without their consent?

The colonists were imposed with taxes and laws without their consent.


What is the eighth Amendment?

prevents judges form using unreasonably high bail to keep someone in jail before his/her trial. also says that unsual and cruel punishments.Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.


Why was the punishment of crossing the rubicon never carried out?

The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.The punishment for crossing the Rubicon was supposed to be the punishment for treason as it started a civil war. However Caesar won the war so there was no punishment.

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What was the first punishment imposed by society?

death penalty


Can the punishment of a traitor be imposed on his relatives or on his descendents?

In the American system of justice, punishment for a crime cannot be visited on anyone but the guilty. The family of the guilty is not charged nor is a penalty imposed.


Can punishment not be imposed upon the relatives of a person convicted of treason?

no


When is punishment imposed?

when the commander is convinced beyond a reasonable doubt that the soldier committed the offense(s)


When punishment imposed?

when the commander is convinced beyond a reasonable doubt that the soldier committed the offense(s)


The punishment given out by a court?

A penalty imposed by a court is known as a ruling or verdict. This may be inform of a jail sentence or cash fines.


Capital punishment can be imposed only if the defendant committed what crimes with aggravating circumstances?

First-degree murder


What is tha Difference between punishment and sanction or penalty?

Punishment refers to a penalty imposed on someone who has violated a rule or law, often with the intention of correcting behavior or deterring future violations. Sanctions or penalties are measures imposed to enforce a rule or law, with the aim of encouraging compliance and discouraging non-compliance, but may not necessarily involve the punitive aspect seen in punishment.


What was the initial punishment that pharaoh imposed upon the Israelites for asking to leave?

There was only one punishment which Pharaoh imposed upon the Israelites for asking to leave. That was the punishment that they must continue making bricks, without being supplied with straw. (Exodus 5:7, repeated in 5:18). The other decrees of Pharaoh (Exodus ch.1) were before the Israelites asked to leave.


Is penalty the synonym for punishment?

Yes, they are synonyms. You could also use: Sentence Reprimand Retribution Penance Price Chastisement Castigation


What self imposed punishment did Mr Darling place on himself in Peter Pan?

He lived in Nana's kennel


When is punishment imposed during a court-martial?

A defendant is punished after the jury has listened to the evidence during a trial, and decides whether or not the defendant is guilty.Added: After the jury delivers its decision the defendant will be sentenced by the judge according to the applicable law - then - the defendant's "punishment" will commence.