FEDERAL · 10 U.S.C. · Chapter SUBCHAPTER VIII—SENTENCES
Art. 55. Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited
10 U.S.C. § 855
Title10 — Armed Forces
ChapterSUBCHAPTER VIII—SENTENCES
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10 U.S.C. § 855.
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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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