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Meanings of first offence in English

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Usage of first offence in English
1
The first offence may be forgiven, but it must be the last.
Eve and David
2
The first offence, in both cases, was punished by banishment and forfeiture.
The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol. I., Part D. / From...
3
It is not your first offence, Williams, even of this very kind.
Eric; Or, Little by Little
4
The minimum sentence for a first offence of murder is 15 years' imprisonment.
The South African
5
WADA rules specify a maximum two-year ban for a first offence.
Reuters
6
He was on bail for the first offence when he committed the second.
The Irish Times
7
The first offence was a fine, and the third absolute dismissal.
Jack / 1877
8
It is his first offence, and he has conducted well during his confinement.
Isaac T. Hopper: A True Life
9
For the first offence the maximum penalty is ten years.
Travels With My Aunt
10
They complained to the landlord, and said that it was not the first offence.
The Little Colonel's Hero
11
Users will get a warning letter for the first offence.
The Guardian
12
The incident was classified as a $750 sanction as a first offence.
News.com.au
13
Malcolm knew the Proctor well-noteven a first offence would receive a merciful verdict.
Herb of Grace
14
When Friend Hopper inquired whether it was his first offence, he frankly answered, No.
Isaac T. Hopper: A True Life
15
Any defending Quaker opinions to be fined, first offence, 40s.
The Emancipation of Massachusetts
16
Ms Marcelle described the night in custody as a significant penalty for a first offence.
Radio NZ
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