Spanish phrase
Se penaliza si no ~.
Meaning
A penalty applies if ___ is not followed.
When to use it
Says that failure to obey a rule brings punishment. Used on signs and notices, formal and impersonal.
Example dialogue
Se penaliza si no te pones el cinturón.
A penalty applies if you do not fasten your seatbelt.
Vale, ya me lo pongo.
Okay, I'll put it on now.