Only months ago, such an act would almost certainly have led to a lengthy prison sentence.

In all, 75 people were given lengthy sentences averaging 17 years each.

Her sentence, lengthy by some tax standards and heavy for a woman 71 years old, is not excessive on the evidence.

Those who stand up for their beliefs face the threat of lengthy prison sentences.

She wanted a prosecution under the federal grand jury law, which could have brought a lengthy prison sentence.

The officer threatens the driver with a lengthy prison sentence, and gives him a fine.

What effect has the lengthy prison sentence had on his marvelous boxing skills?

In a nonexempt industry, such behavior would lead to lengthy prison sentences.

"It was a rather lengthy sentence and he has already done a significant amount of the time," Mongirardo said.

It is the lengthiest sentence which can be handed down under Canadian law.