punishable

Example Sentences

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It would have increased potential penalties for drug possession, making it a gross misdemeanor punishable by up to a year in jail, rather than a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days.

From Washington Times

Until well into the 20th century, blasphemy was punishable in the United States, though such laws seem in obvious conflict with the 1st Amendment of the Constitution.

From Los Angeles Times

Some helped the Jews, an act punishable with execution by the occupation forces.

From Seattle Times

Production or sale of illegal narcotics above certain quantities is also punishable by death.

From BBC

Homophobia is a real and urgent issue in sports, perhaps particularly in soccer where a bigoted and popular chant is a punishable offense in England and has stopped games elsewhere.

From Salon