Utah Constitution Article I Section 9 – Excessive bail and fines — Cruel punishments
Excessive bail shall not be required; excessive fines shall not be imposed; nor shall cruel and unusual punishments be inflicted. Persons arrested or imprisoned shall not be treated with unnecessary rigor.
Terms Used In Utah Constitution Article I Section 9 - Excessive bail and fines -- Cruel punishments
- Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.