He received a heavy penalty for that crime.

He received a severe punishment for his crime.

He received a 10-year punishment for that crime.

The executioner was doing his job ruthlessly.

Under ancient laws, those who committed serious crimes could be subjected to castration as a form of punishment.

He was sentenced to life imprisonment for that crime.

He is deeply studying the criminal code.

He received a custodial sentence and was sentenced to five years in prison.