Alabama Statutes

§ 31-2A-55 — (Article 55.) Cruel and Unusual Punishments Prohibited

Alabama § 31-2A-55

JurisdictionAlabama

Title 31Military Affairs and Civil Defense

Ch. 2AMilitary Justice

Part VIIISentences

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Bluebook

Ala. Code § 31-2A-55 (2026).

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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 a 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.

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Legislative History

(Act 2012-334, p. 790, §1.)

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