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multa

substantivo

partial

penalty

noun

Comparative law notes

Brazil

"Multa" refers to money paid as punishment, whereas fine is broader in meaning, as it refers to any type of punishment. Therefore, when translating "multa" into English, we recommend using "fine". When translating "penalty" into Portuguese, we recommend using "multa" only if the punishment is in the form of money.

Definitions of penalty

English

a punishment for breaking a rule, regulation, law or agreement etc

Under the new plan officers will be able to issue fixed penalty notices for offences like shoplifting and drunk and disorderly behaviour.