penalties

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Pollard was unsuccessful with three penalties in a row, keeping the gap at one point with seven minutes to play.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The agency assessed far more penalties on missteps including failures to file and pay, though it collected slightly less on owed assessments.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

They seek restitution of $96,000 plus civil penalties and attorneys’ fees.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

In April, France announced a plan to double penalties for ships that fail to fly a flag or refuse to comply.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

In apartheid South Africa, the penalties for these “crimes” could be as much as ten years in prison.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela