Question

According to the lesson, the lessening of punishment for a wrongdoing is called a (an) _____.

Answer 1

The lessening of punishment for a wrongdoing is called a reduced sentence.  

The term ‘reduced sentence’ is used to refer to a criminal sentence that has been mitigated. Therefore, it is highly related to make a punishment less severe. Most times a reduction of the sentence involves a reduction of the criminal’s number of years in prison. A judge can give a reduced sentence when the criminal confesses to be guilty at an early stage or when he/she has not commited a crime before.  

Answer 2

Indulgence 

The majority of wrongdoers usually gain the indulgence by giving something favorable for the government (such us providing them with information about the rest of his accomplices)