Civil Sanction
/ˈsɪvəl ˈsæŋkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A penalty or corrective measure imposed for violation of civil law or regulation, typically aimed at remedying harm or enforcing compliance.
The court imposed a civil sanction on the company for environmental violations.
- (n.) A non-criminal enforcement measure authorized by civil law, such as fines, injunctions, or other remedies.
Civil sanctions can include fines or orders requiring action or cessation of harmful conduct.
Forms
- civil sanction
- civil sanctions
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Commentary
Civil sanctions differ from criminal sanctions in that they generally do not involve punishment but aim to enforce rights or prevent harm in civil law contexts.
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