I'd go a step further. Simply the legal system no end.

For any crime whatsoever. First offense, be lenient. For very minor offenses a caution. For major stuff a short prison sentence. After all, anyone can make a mistake.

Second offense following any other crime, whether related to the first or not. Get Harsh. For a second parking offense, 30 days prison. For a second robbery at least 10 years. Etc. First time could have been a mistake. Second time is just plain stupid.

Third offense, whether related to the other two or not. Automatic death penalty. The first was a mistake. the second stupid. The third is just taking the piss.

Me, I am being very careful. I have one parking ticket and one speeding fine :-)

Cheers

DtG