Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 38 Militia And Military Affairs - Section 38.38.480 Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited

§ 38.38.480. Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited

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.]

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