법원이 유죄 판결을 받은 피고인에게 구체적인 형벌을 결정하여 선포하는 일련의 과정이나 행위
The judicial act or process of pronouncing a legal punishment or penalty upon a person who has been found guilty of a crime.
예문:
"The judge postponed the sentencing until further evidence could be reviewed."
"New sentencing guidelines aim to reduce disparities in prison terms for similar crimes."
"He faces a mandatory sentencing of at least ten years for the felony offense."