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community service

noun

Law.

a punitive sentence that requires a convicted person to perform unpaid work for the community in lieu of imprisonment.

community service

noun

voluntary work, intended to be for the common good, usually done as part of an organized scheme
See community-service order

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Having carried out her community service and abided by the restraining order, she is once again preaching – and has also done missionary work in Brazil.

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A GP who was convicted of having more than 200 indecent images of children has been sentenced to 75 hours of community service.

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One GP surgery asked for patience while community services are set up.

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According to Orange County Superior Court records, Coronel was sentenced to three years probation, 80 hours of community service and an alcohol program in 2011 after pleading no contest to DUI.

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The campaign has resounded with the players, many of whom were drawn to Angel City by the club’s commitment to community service and many of whom see this moment as especially personal.

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