Section 5924.55 | Cruel and unusual punishments.
Effective:
October 10, 1961
Latest Legislation:
House Bill 154 - 104th General Assembly
Punishment by flogging, or by branding, marking, or tattooing on the body, or any other cruel or unusual punishment, may not be adjudged by any court-martial or inflicted upon any person subject to this code. The use of irons, single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.
Available Versions of this Section
- October 10, 1961 – House Bill 154 - 104th General Assembly [ View October 10, 1961 Version ]