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The phrase cruel and unusual refers to criminal punishments or penalties- the Death penalty is not among them, that in the opinion and decisions of the High Court, are considered Cruel and Unusual Punishment by the standard of the eighth amendment to our Constitution. Just what makes a penalty (cruel) or ( Unusual) is not defined, and is left to past practice and judicial review. Thus far Capital Punishment is NOT as currently adminstered ( there could be extenuating circumstances- such as the electrical fire which broke out, severely burning the culprit as well as killing him with electric shock- during an execution in Florida some years back. Likewise- the Three strikes rule applies- for example if something went wrong with the equipment- if the culprit survived three execution attempts- he was sometimes let go for clemency- It would be very interesting if this was applied to a maleficient slugger-gone homicidal!Bigamy- is marriage to two women at once- should not be confused with mistresses or girl friends- and is a crime, not a punishment!
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How much jail time may one get for cruel and unusual punishment?
Cruel and unusual punishment is not a crime. The constitution protects Americans from cruel and unusual punishment from the state.
Which amendment guarantees there will be no cruel and unusual punishment?
The 8th Amendment prohibits excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment.
Which amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishments?
8th amendement outlaws cruel and unusual punishment.
What amendment protects citizens against cruel unusual punishment?
The 8th amendment prohibits cruel or unusual punishments.
What amendment protects citizens against cruel and unusual punishments?
The 8th amendment prohibits cruel or unusual punishments.
Is overcrowding in prisons cruel and unusual punishment?
Overcrowding in prisons definitely is considered to be cruel and unusual punishment. This is not safe and definitely not humane.
How can bail be considered unusual and cruel?
It goes along with the 8th amendment. If the amount is excessive for the crime committed, it can be considered as unusual or cruel.
What are the release dates for Punishment Cruel and Unusual - 2001?
Punishment Cruel and Unusual - 2001 was released on: USA: 14 November 2001
What were cruel and unusual punishments when the amendments were written?
death, torture, and public humiliation were three unusual and cruel punishment before the 8th amendment.
Who was against cruel and unusual punishment?
Many people are against cruel and unusual punishment. It is against the 8th Amendment of the United States Constitution.
Which amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment-?
Cruel and unusual punishment is prohibited by the Eighth Amendment, which is part of the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution in 1791. Please support commonsense grammar.
What current controversial issue is tied to the eighth amendment's prohibition of cruel and unusual punishment?
The death penalty for very serious crimes is cruel and unusual.
