megbírságolás

Mégbírságolás, meaning "additional fine" or "supplementary penalty" in Hungarian, refers to a specific legal concept in the Hungarian criminal justice system. It is a penalty that can be imposed in addition to a primary sentence, typically a prison term or a fine, for certain offenses. The purpose of mégbírságolás is to provide a further deterrent and to ensure that offenders face a penalty commensurate with the severity and nature of their crime.

This type of penalty is not applied universally to all crimes. Its application is usually stipulated by specific laws for particular offenses, often those involving significant financial gain for the perpetrator or where a direct financial loss has been incurred by the victim or the state. For instance, it might be considered in cases of corruption, embezzlement, or certain types of fraud. The amount of the mégbírságolás is determined by the court, taking into account factors such as the gravity of the offense, the financial benefit derived by the offender, and the potential harm caused. It functions as an extra financial sanction designed to strip offenders of ill-gotten gains or to compensate for damages beyond the initial punishment. The enforcement and collection of mégbírságolás follow procedures similar to other financial penalties within the Hungarian legal framework.