Sentence examples for first offenses from inspiring English sources

Thus, some experts say that a campaign to stop first offenses is vital.

But first offenses involving small amounts are usually handled as misdemeanors.

Nightclub owners who violate the ordinance face fines of $250 for first offenses and $500 for each subsequent offense.

Major League Baseball began testing for steroids in 2003, and penalties for first offenses began in 2005.

As part of regular adjustments to the policies, the league has subsequently pushed for multiple-game suspensions for first offenses of drunken driving.

But even if the union eventually agrees to a suspension for first offenses, its pursuit of a uniform policy for nonplayers could be a sticking point.

It was not Hock's first offense.

A first offense brings a warning.

It was his first offense.

There is no language for that, unless you've done the steps, first offense, second offense, third offense.

What's a first offense worth?