But he said more steps were needed to guard against repeat offenses.
He received it for a repeat offense violating the league's horse-collar tackle rule.
The maximum sentence for a repeat offense could be a year in jail.
Others have imposed tougher sentencing measures, particularly for repeat offenses.
In case of repeat offenses, the maximum punishment term shall be applied.
The fines go up to $1,000 for repeat offenses.
The fine would increase to $5,000 a day for repeat offenses.
Criminal penalties include fines of as much as $1 million or 10 years in jail for repeat offenses.
Heresy was a capital crime only for a repeat offense.
If the situation is more severe or is a repeat offense, suspension from practicing for a certain period of time may follow.