"Stiffer sentences" refers to harsher or stricter punishments that are given to criminals when they are convicted of a crime. It means longer prison time or more severe penalties for their actions. Full definition
Men are more likely than women to face custodial sentences for the same crimes, and typically receive stiffer sentences. (politics.co.uk)
Today's Globe and Mail and National Post are reporting that there are calls to change the Criminal Code to allow for stiffer sentencing for killing or injuring a police service animal. (slaw.ca)
The Crown prosecutors have filed their own appeal where they will argue that the couple should face stiffer sentences before another panel of Court of Appeal judges. (criminallawoshawa.com)