financial penalty

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UMA imposes a financial penalty on those who vote with the minority, a rule it says is aimed at pushing voters toward the correct outcome.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The Premier League has previously stated, when handing Everton a points deduction, that "a financial penalty for a club that enjoys the support of a wealthy owner is not a sufficient penalty".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

If the club had not been so co-operative they faced a much tougher financial penalty and potentially a points deduction.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Teams exceeding the set threshold must pay a financial penalty which is then distributed to player retirement funds and clubs.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Each contract contained a tight deadline for completion, with a financial penalty for every day beyond.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson