"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.
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«sentence»
«sentencing»
«sentenced»
Sentences with «stiffer sentences»
- 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)
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