FEDERAL · 10 U.S.C. · Chapter SUBCHAPTER VIII—SENTENCES

Art. 55. Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited

10 U.S.C. § 855
Title10Armed Forces
ChapterSUBCHAPTER VIII—SENTENCES

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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 chapter. The use of irons, single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.

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History

(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 56.)

Editorial Notes

The word "may" is substituted for the word "shall".

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