A person was sentenced to a fine by the court. However, he was imprisoned in default of the payment for the fine. Is this counted as "term of imprisonment"?

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Imprisonment in default is not regarded as a "term of imprisonment", only the "fine" conviction is considered.

A person was sentenced to a fine by the court. However, he was imprisoned in default of the payment for the fine. Is this counted as "term of imprisonment"?

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