Definition of Penal

penal refers to a disciplinary punishment

Examples of Penal in a sentence

Using that drug outdoors is a penal offense, but using it indoors is permissible.  🔊

The new penal code allows for more lenient punishments for certain misdemeanor crimes.  🔊

Some individuals within the state’s penal institution are provided an opportunity to earn a skill or trade in jail.  🔊

To avoid facing punishment and the penal system, follow the laws of the land at all times.  🔊

He was in the penal system for robbery, but he is getting out of prison next month.  🔊

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