“Suspended sentence”
This page shows official legal definitions of “Suspended sentence” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.
Australia
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A sentence of imprisonment which is only served if the convicted person commits further offences. May be partially or wholly suspended, or a combined custody and treatment order.
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United Kingdom
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Sentence which takes effect only if the defendant commits another offence punishable with imprisonment within the specified period.
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