crime doesn't pay

IPA(Pronunciation)

Proverb

If you commit a crime you will most likely be punished for it.

Japanese Meaning

犯罪を犯せば、結局は必ず罰せられる、成功や報いが得られないという意味。 / 不法行為は利益をもたらさず、必ず損失や罰則につながるという教訓。

My father used to tell me, "crime doesn't pay," warning that stealing or cheating will likely lead to punishment.

ことわざにあるように、罪を犯すとたいてい罰を受けるので得にならない。

Sense（1）

If you commit a crime you will most likely be punished for it.