/mændəˌtɔːri ˈsɛntənsɪŋ/ – Phrase
Definition: việc xác định hình phạt bắt buộc (theo luật định).
A more thorough explanation: Mandatory sentencing refers to a system in which a judge is required to impose a specific sentence or a minimum sentence for certain crimes, without consideration of mitigating factors or individual circumstances.
Example: The judge had no discretion in the matter due to the mandatory sentencing laws in place for that particular crime.