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. History of Section.G.L. 1956, § 30-13-58; P.L. 1962, ch. 82, § 1.
Rhode Island Legal Code