This is the 6418th most frequent Russian word.
штрафа
Fine or penalty.
In this sentence, 'штрафа' illustrates the abstract concept of a penalty as a consequence of an offense or rule-breaking.
Наложение штрафа является мерой наказания.
Imposing a fine is a measure of punishment.
The word 'штрафа' here is used to denote the concept of a financial penalty imposed due to breaking a regulation, specifically related to parking.
Он заплатил штраф за парковку в неположенном месте.
He paid the fine for parking in the wrong place.
Here, 'штрафа' is used to suggest a general outcome of enforcement actions for not adhering to legal tax responsibilities.