Warning

Info

Warning

Info

Warning

Info

LSDefine

Simple English definitions for legal terms

penal liability

Read a random definition: realty

A quick definition of penal liability:

Penal liability refers to the legal responsibility or accountability for committing a crime or wrongdoing that is punishable by law. It means that a person can be held liable for their actions and may face civil or criminal penalties for their behavior. This type of liability is different from remedial liability, which involves proceedings that do not have a penal element.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Penal liability refers to the legal responsibility or accountability of an individual or entity for a wrongdoing that is punishable by law. It can result in civil remedy or criminal punishment.

Examples: If a person commits a crime, they can be held liable for their actions and face punishment such as imprisonment or fines. Similarly, if a company violates environmental regulations, they can be held liable and face penalties such as fines or shutdowns.

Explanation: Penal liability is the legal responsibility for a wrongdoing that is punishable by law. The examples illustrate how individuals or entities can be held accountable for their actions and face legal consequences. This term is important in understanding the legal system and how it enforces laws to maintain order and protect society.

penal law | penal redress

Warning

Info

General

General chat about the legal profession.
main_chatroom
👍 Chat vibe: 0 👎
Help us make LSD better!
Tell us what's important to you
NosyBeagle
17:51
hello hello
i got 2 nosy beagles
17:52
Evening!
we found beagle's siblings omg
NosyBeagle
17:54
omg
NosyBeagle
17:54
no way
17:54
beagle nosing til i
meanwhile you guys wouldnt add me on linkedin :/
18:04
i deleted my linkedin account
18:05
im off the grid grid grid grid grid
18:05
this for my kids kids kids kids kids
my linkedin is boring
i'm more fun on lsd.law <3
NosyBeagle
18:21
nemo prop til heta
NosyBeagle
18:22
windy ill add u on linkedin lol
its on my lsd page rn
don't miss it like some others here did
NosyBeagle
18:24
how did they miss it. it's right there lol
ty baddies
Any veterans here applying? looking for some advice/perspective from a fellow vet/service member.
20:16
Here post June 25 lsat how we feeling
20:33
wait i missed the linkdin
20:59
ill get in your link
21:01
@steelrift99: i tore that bitch up, easiest 180 of my life
21:32
he cheated like michael larson on press your luck
Bettercaulsaul
22:33
What do you all do when you feel hopelessness overcome you while waiting for admissions ?
23:19
@NemoPropheta: from the anemone to the penthouse
June LSAT Today was easy as heck
LSD+ is ad-free, with DMs, discounts, case briefs & more.