Washington Code 38.38.480 – Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited
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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.
[ 1963 c 220 § 57.]
Terms Used In Washington Code 38.38.480
- Code: means this chapter. See Washington Code 38.38.004
- person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080