{"id":32444,"date":"2025-10-13T10:38:09","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T08:38:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/imposition-of-fines-instead-of-imprisonment\/"},"modified":"2025-11-24T20:17:05","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:17:05","slug":"imposition-of-fines-instead-of-imprisonment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/criminal-law\/imposition-of-fines-instead-of-imprisonment\/","title":{"rendered":"Imposition of Fines Instead of Imprisonment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Imposition of fines instead of imprisonment<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-verhangung-von-geldstrafen-an-stelle-von-freiheitsstrafen\" data-level=\"2\">Imposition of fines instead of imprisonment<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-grundsatz\" data-level=\"2\">Principle<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-bedeutung\" data-level=\"2\">Significance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-voraussetzungen\" data-level=\"2\">Requirements<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-anwendung-in-der-praxis\" data-level=\"2\">Application in practice<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-rechtsprechung-und-grenzen\" data-level=\"2\">Jurisdiction and limits<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\" data-level=\"2\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq\" data-level=\"2\">Frequently Asked Questions \u2013 FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-verhangung-von-geldstrafen-an-stelle-von-freiheitsstrafen\">Imposition of Fines Instead of Imprisonment<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The law allows courts to impose a fine if imprisonment is not absolutely necessary. This is to prevent people from being imprisoned for less serious offenses, even though a significant financial penalty serves the same purpose. A fine is considered an equivalent but milder form of punishment if it adequately compensates for the guilt and has a deterrent effect.  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3019fe8e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-32585033\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=37&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Section 37 of the Criminal Code<\/a> allows the court to impose a fine instead of imprisonment if this is sufficient to punish the offender and deter them from committing further offenses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-45819ab6\"><picture>\r\n\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Verhaengung-von-Geldstrafen-an-Stelle-von-Freheitsstrafen-352x198.webp\" >\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-picture-small\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Verhaengung-von-Geldstrafen-an-Stelle-von-Freheitsstrafen.webp\" alt=\"Section 37 of the Criminal Code: Fine instead of imprisonment if detention is not necessary \u2013 conditions and limits explained.\" >\r\n\t<\/picture>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-grundsatz\">Principle<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Austrian criminal law, imprisonment is the last resort. The court therefore examines whether the purpose of the punishment can also be achieved by a fine. Imprisonment may only be imposed if the fine is not sufficient to improve the offender or deter others.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bedeutung\">Significance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=37&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Section 37 of the Criminal Code<\/a> has a dual function: it protects the individual from disproportionately severe interventions and at the same time relieves the burden on the justice system. Short prison sentences are often counterproductive because they destroy social ties, endanger jobs and can encourage relapse. In contrast, the fine enables a fair sanction that has a noticeable economic impact on the offender without uprooting them from their environment. It is seen as a fair and appropriate means, especially in cases where insight and remorse are evident.   <\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/sebastian-riedlmair\/\" title=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/sr100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Sebastian Riedlmair<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Attorneys<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eGeldstrafen sind kein Ausdruck von Nachsicht, sondern ein Instrument verantwortungsvoller Strafzumessung, das Schuld und Lebensrealit\u00e4t in ein gerechtes Verh\u00e4ltnis bringt.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-voraussetzungen\">Requirements<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A fine can only be imposed if the statutory penalty does not exceed ten years. If the threatened imprisonment is a maximum of five years, the court may, instead of a prison sentence of up to one year, impose a fine of up to 720 daily rates, provided that detention is not necessary to deter the offender from committing further offenses. Stricter requirements apply to offenses with a penalty of between five and ten years: Here, a fine may only be imposed if it is also suitable to effectively deter the general public. This ensures that the purpose of the punishment is not undermined.   <\/p>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-anwendung-in-der-praxis\">Application in Practice<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case law, it can be seen that the courts regularly follow the principle of proportionality. A fine is preferred if the offender has no previous convictions, has confessed to the crime or has provided compensation. Professional stability, family responsibility and social commitment are also seen as positive indicators. The crucial factor is whether the fine is sufficient to deter the offender from committing further offenses and whether it maintains public confidence in the fairness of criminal law.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practice, fines are measured using the daily rate system. This system ensures that the penalty takes into account both the severity of the crime and the economic capacity of the offender. The higher the income, the higher the daily rate. This means that the fine affects every offender equally, regardless of their financial situation.   <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rechtsprechung-und-grenzen\">Jurisdiction and Limits<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Supreme Court regularly emphasizes that a fine takes precedence over imprisonment as long as it fulfills the purpose of the punishment. However, it must not be imposed if detention is unavoidable for improvement or deterrence. Its application is also excluded if the penalty exceeds ten years or the criminal behavior demonstrates particular dangerousness. In these cases, only imprisonment remains.   <\/p>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A criminal proceeding is a significant burden for those affected. Serious consequences threaten right from the start \u2013 from coercive measures such as house searches or arrests, to entries in the criminal register, to custodial or monetary penalties. Errors in the initial phase, such as thoughtless statements or insufficient preservation of evidence, often cannot be corrected later. Economic risks such as claims for damages or procedural costs can also be substantial.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Specialized criminal defense ensures that your rights are protected from the outset. It provides security in dealing with the police and public prosecutor&#8217;s office, protects against self-incrimination, and creates the basis for a clear defense strategy. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our law firm:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>examines whether and to what extent the accusation is legally sustainable,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>accompanies you through investigation proceedings and main hearing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ensures legally sound applications, statements, and procedural steps,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>assists in defending against or settling civil law claims,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>protects your rights and interests vis-\u00e0-vis the court, public prosecutor&#8217;s office, and victims.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/ueber-uns\/rechtsanwalt-peter-harlander\/\" title=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/ph100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Peter Harlander<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Rechtsanw\u00e4lte<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eMachen Sie <strong>keine inhaltlichen Aussagen ohne vorherige R\u00fccksprache mit Ihrer Verteidigung<\/strong>. Sie haben jederzeit das Recht zu schweigen und eine Anw\u00e4ltin oder einen Anwalt beizuziehen. Dieses Recht gilt bereits bei der ersten polizeilichen Kontaktaufnahme. Erst nach <strong>Akteneinsicht<\/strong> l\u00e4sst sich kl\u00e4ren, ob und welche Einlassung sinnvoll ist.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq\">Frequently Asked Questions \u2013 FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-63d9d2fb uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/harlander-partner.eu\\\/en\\\/criminal-law\\\/imposition-of-fines-instead-of-imprisonment\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"When can the court impose a fine instead of imprisonment?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A fine may be imposed if the court concludes that detention is not necessary to deter the offender from committing further offenses. The prerequisite is that the threatened imprisonment is a maximum of ten years and the fine fulfills the purpose of the punishment. \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How is the amount of a fine determined?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The fine is measured in daily rates. The court determines the number of daily rates according to the severity of the crime and the amount of the individual daily rate according to the economic circumstances of the offender. This means that the penalty affects every offender equally, regardless of income.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"When is a fine excluded?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A fine must not be imposed if the penalty provides for more than ten years' imprisonment or if the crime is so serious that only imprisonment can fulfill the purpose of the punishment. A prison sentence is also usually imposed in the event of relevant relapses. \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the advantages of a fine compared to imprisonment?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A fine avoids the social and professional consequences of detention, but is still noticeably effective. It preserves work, family and social ties and enables the offender to take responsibility without being torn from their environment. \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does the court examine when deciding between a fine and imprisonment?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The court assesses whether a fine is sufficient to improve the offender and deter others. Lifestyle, insight, remorse and economic circumstances are taken into account. Imprisonment is only imposed if these requirements are not met.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can a fine also be imposed for more serious offenses?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, but only in exceptional cases. If the crime formally falls under a higher penalty, but the individual culpability is low and the fine fulfills the purpose of the punishment, the court can make such a decision. In practice, however, this is rare.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can a fine be converted into imprisonment?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. If the fine is not paid and no substitute services are provided, it can be converted into a substitute prison sentence. This depends on the number of uncollectible daily rates.  \"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq37-q1 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">When can the court impose a fine instead of imprisonment?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>A fine may be imposed if the court concludes that detention is not necessary to deter the offender from committing further offenses. The prerequisite is that the threatened imprisonment is a maximum of ten years and the fine fulfills the purpose of the punishment. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq37-q2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">How is the amount of a fine determined?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>The fine is measured in daily rates. The court determines the number of daily rates according to the severity of the crime and the amount of the individual daily rate according to the economic circumstances of the offender. This means that the penalty affects every offender equally, regardless of income.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq37-q3 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">When is a fine excluded?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>A fine must not be imposed if the penalty provides for more than ten years&#8217; imprisonment or if the crime is so serious that only imprisonment can fulfill the purpose of the punishment. A prison sentence is also usually imposed in the event of relevant relapses. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq37-q4 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What are the advantages of a fine compared to imprisonment?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>A fine avoids the social and professional consequences of detention, but is still noticeably effective. It preserves work, family and social ties and enables the offender to take responsibility without being torn from their environment. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq37-q5 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What does the court examine when deciding between a fine and imprisonment?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>The court assesses whether a fine is sufficient to improve the offender and deter others. Lifestyle, insight, remorse and economic circumstances are taken into account. Imprisonment is only imposed if these requirements are not met.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq37-q6 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Can a fine also be imposed for more serious offenses?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Yes, but only in exceptional cases. If the crime formally falls under a higher penalty, but the individual culpability is low and the fine fulfills the purpose of the punishment, the court can make such a decision. In practice, however, this is rare.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq37-q7 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Can a fine be converted into imprisonment?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Yes. 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