Their support for sexual reform will tend to go no further than social tolerance and the repeal of punitive laws. (firstthings.com)
Another community may face an uphill battle, with punitive laws or public perceptions that are obstacles to implementing a program. (alleycat.org)
«This is a move in response to increasingly punitive laws against dog owners and certain varieties of canines in a growing number of jurisdictions. (articles.orlandosentinel.com)