Japanese phrase
___には罰則がありますか？ ___ ni wa bas soku ga a ri ma su ka
Meaning
Are there penalties for ___?
When to use it
Asks whether a rule violation leads to a penalty. The wording is direct but neutral and fits questions about laws, regulations, or posted rules.
Example dialogue
無断駐車には罰則がありますか？ mu dan chū sha ni wa bas soku ga a ri ma su ka
Are there penalties for unauthorized parking?
はい、罰金があります。 ha i bak kin ga a ri ma su
Yes, there is a fine.