The amount of the fines that shall be imposed against an accused is within the sound discretion of the court. Usually, if it is within the limits of a statute, the fine cannot be held excessive.
Courts can declare a fine prescribed by a statute as excessive if it is clearly so, considering the nature of the offense and the ability of the accused to pay the same.
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can you elaborate this statement? i know this could be self explanatory but can you cite some instances?
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