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Excommunication is one of the harshest punishments that can be given by the Church, effectively expelling the offender from the religion and excluding them from Catholic life.

From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026

He added that the sex offender list was “not punishment” but “a tool for law enforcement to monitor who may potentially cause a risk.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026

Instead, … the Court asked whether Missouri’s plan to execute the offender was consistent “with the original and historical understanding of the Eighth Amendment.”

From Slate ● Jul. 1, 2026

The Gates Foundation has retained law firm WilmerHale to review its ties to the late sex offender, and its findings are expected this summer.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026

“I will not be interfered with by Jane,” said Mrs. Pocket, with a majestic glance at that innocent little offender.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens

That, the MoJ continued, could leave the "justice system unable to jail serious offenders at all".

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

The department instead recommended the defendants be diverted to a program for first-time offenders that allows them to have the charges dismissed.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026

The Ministry of Justice did not provide updates on individuals, but said the most dangerous offenders were blocked from early release and anyone who was released faced tough restrictions.

From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026

In a statement, the Ministry of Justice said it was increasing probation and community funding by £700m and making sure offenders who pose the greatest risk receive more face-to-face supervision.

From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026

As a result, people who are classified as violent offenders comprise a much larger share of the prison population than they would if they had earlier release dates.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander