Ohio Statutes
§ 5924.55 — Cruel and unusual punishments
Ohio § 5924.55
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Bluebook
Ohio Rev. Code Ann. § 5924.55 (2026).
Text
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.
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Legislative History
Effective: October 10, 1961 | Latest Legislation: House Bill 154 - 104th General Assembly
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Ohio § 5924.55, Counsel Stack Legal Research, https://law.counselstack.com/statute/oh/5924.55.