
Penalty
Rule Violation
Penalty often relates to specific regulations or codes being broken.

The company faced a penalty for violating environmental regulations.
Legal Consequences
Penalty in legal contexts can lead to fines or imprisonment depending on the offense.

For tax evasion, she was given a stiff penalty.
Severity Varies
Penalties can range from minor to severe, reflecting the seriousness of the breach.

Not wearing a seatbelt could incur a small penalty.
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