Strict law enforcement

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
A zero tolerance policy is one which imposes strict punishment for infractions of a stated rule, with the intention of eliminating undesirable conduct. Zero-tolerance policies forbid persons in positions of authority from exercising discretion or changing ...

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. extreme intolerance of anti-social behavior (usually by an uncompromising application of the law); "he urged zero tolerance for priests who abuse children sexually"

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English Word definitions in Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English
noun EXAMPLES FROM OTHER ENTRIES ▪ The school board has a policy of zero tolerance for students caught with drugs. EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS ▪ But if the speeds aren't going to be cut by zero tolerance , even they would find it hard to support. ▪ This zero tolerance ...

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. The strict policy of enforcing all the laws of a state, or the rules of an institution, and allowing no toleration or compromise for first-time offenders or petty violations