Punitive sanction definition

Punitive sanction means a sanction imposed to punish a past contempt of court.
Punitive sanction means a sentence imposed to punish a person for committing an act of criminal contempt and may include a reprimand or unconditional fine or unconditional sentence of imprisonment.
Punitive sanction means a sanction imposed to punish.

More Definitions of Punitive sanction

Punitive sanction means a sanction imposed to punish a past contempt of court for the purpose of upholding the authority of the court.
Punitive sanction means an administrative sanction intended to inflict harm on the violator.