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Strafaussetzung

suspension of sentence; probationary release

noun SHTRAHF-ows-zet-tsung Rare

Usage Note

Strafaussetzung zur Bewährung is the suspension of a prison sentence on probation. Under German law it can be granted for sentences up to two years if the offender is unlikely to reoffend.

Examples

"Das Gericht gewährte Strafaussetzung zur Bewährung für drei Jahre."

Natural Translation

The court granted suspension of sentence on probation for three years.

Literal Translation

The court granted sentence-suspension on probation for three years.

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