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The 8th Amendment was passed along with the rest of the Bill of Rights because the Constitution defined how the separate branches of government would share power, but not what rights the individual had. The 8th Amendment protects the individual from judicial excesses in terms of bail, fines, and punishment.
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∙ 14y agoThe provision was largely inspired by the case in England of Titus Oates who, after the ascension of James II in 1685, was tried for perjuries which had caused many executions. He was sentenced to imprisonment which included an annual ordeal of being taken out for two days pilory (at Westminster, then London) plus one day of whipping while tied to a moving cart.
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When did Eighth Amendment of the Constitution of Ireland happen?
Eighth Amendment of the Constitution of Ireland happened in 1983.
Why did the eighth amendment get ratiflied?
The eighth amendment to U.S. Constitution was ratified December 15th, 1791.
Which amendment led to the banning of barbaric punishments?
Its The Eighth Amendment
Which amendment is Prohibits cruel and usual punishment?
the eighth amendment
What amendment prevents excessive bail and fines?
The eighth (8th) amendment of the Constitution assures the U.S. citizens that there is no excessive bail or no cruel and unusual punishment.8th Amendment. Amendment 8
What are the effects from the eighth amendment?
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Which amendment to the Constitution covers cruel and unusual punishment?
The eighth Amendment.
Which Amendment forbids excessive bail and fines?
The eighth amendment to the United States Constitution prohibits excessive bail.
Right of the eighth amendment?
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When was the eighth amendment passed?
The 8th Amendment was adopted in 1791 as part of the Bill of Rights.
Where is cruel and unusual punishment outlawed?
The Eighth Amendment
Does the eighth amendment deals with state powers?
NO. No it does not. Why do you ask!
