Section 5924.55 - Cruel and unusual punishments.

Ohio Rev Code § 5924.55 (2019) (N/A)
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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 code. The use of irons, single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.

Effective Date: 10-10-1961 .