👉 Penitentials are a type of penalty that is imposed on individuals or organizations to encourage compliance with certain obligations, regulations, or agreements. They can be defined as "a form of punishment or retribution used to discourage or punish someone for an act or behavior that they have committed." Penitentials are typically given to those who have violated a legal obligation, such as committing a crime or breaking a contract. For example, in the context of a criminal case, a penitential might be imposed
