re-sentencing

Definitions of re-sentencing
  1. noun
    (law) the reduction in severity of a punishment imposed by law
    synonyms: commutation
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    type of:
    clemency, mercifulness, mercy
    leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice
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