/ˈpiːnəl ˈstætʃuːt/ – Phrase
Definition: đạo luật hình sự.
A more throughout explanation: A penal statute is a law that imposes punishment, such as fines, imprisonment, or other penalties, for violating its provisions. It is a type of legislation that sets forth specific offenses and the corresponding penalties for those offenses.
Example: The defendant was charged with violating a penal statute that prohibits the possession of illegal drugs.