first offender

Example Sentences

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Mr Findlay said: "He is a first offender. He is still one of Her Majesty's counsel in Scotland."

From BBC

Lord Tyre requested a background report on the first offender ahead of sentencing.

From BBC

Last month, the TSA said it was doubling penalties for violating the transportation mask mandate: $500-$1000 for first offenders and $1000-$3000 for second offenders.

From Reuters

In 2009, Miller was charged with underage drinking, a case that also was later dismissed under a first offenders’ program.

From Seattle Times

Most admitted to single petty offenses such as trespassing or illegal parading that rarely result in prison time for first offenders.

From Washington Post