die Höchststrafe
Translation
maximum penalty, maximum sentence, capital punishment
Examples
Der Mörder erhielt die Höchststrafe.
The murderer received the maximum penalty.
Auf dieses Verbrechen steht die Höchststrafe.
This crime carries the maximum penalty.
Grammar Patterns
to demand the maximum penalty ((for sth.)) The prosecution demands the maximum penalty for the defendant.
to sentence ((sb.)) ((to sth.)) The court sentenced him to the maximum penalty.
Similar Words
Todesstrafe (death penalty), lebenslange Haft (life imprisonment)
Etymology
Composed of 'höchst' (highest) and 'Strafe' (punishment).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'highest' possible 'punishment' a court can give.