Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited

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  1. (a) 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.

  2. (b) The use of irons, single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.


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