Criminal Law Protections of the 8th Amendment - Explained
Prohibition against Cruel and Unusual Punishment
Written by J. Mance Gordon
Updated at April 21st, 2024
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What are 8th Amendment Criminal Law Protections?
The 8th Amendment prohibits the Federal Government from imposing excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment on individuals pursuant to criminal prosecution.
What does the 8th Amendment Prohibit?
The protections of the 8th Amendment have been extended to state governments as well. The prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment has been subject to extensive interpretation over the years. This has particularly been the case with regard to capital punishment. Generally, the standard for what constitutes cruel and unusual punishment has become increasingly broad.
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