West Virginia Statutes
§ 15-1E-55 — 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 a court-martial or inflicted upon any person subject to this article. The use of irons, single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.
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Legislative History
2010 Reg. Sess., HB4504; 1982 Reg. Sess., SB143
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