penalty

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Violations of the new law can bring civil penalties of up to $1 million against companies.

From Los Angeles Times

People buying cryptocurrency in the UK now need to share their account details or face penalties, in changes that came into effect on 1 January.

From BBC

But the penalty this time was much more severe.

From BBC

As long as you wait until you turn 59½, you can start taking out funds from tax-advantaged accounts without paying a 10% penalty.

From MarketWatch

Those in favour of a penalty said "Chalobah makes no challenge for the ball and makes reckless shoulder, hip and leg contact".

From BBC