First offenses get number one, second offences get number two, and so on. (edutopia.org)
The amendments include an increase in the penalties under s. 40 of the act, including a minimum fine of $ 500,000 for large corporations and a maximum $ 6 million fine for companies on first offences (on indictment) and that doubles on second offences for environmental provisions (fines on illegal fishing have not changed). (canadianlawyermag.com)
A second offence will result in a mandatory life sentence, which until now have been reserved for murderers. (politics.co.uk)