Oklahoma § 44-855 - Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 44-855 — Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44-855. Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited
ARTICLE 55. Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited.
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 the Oklahoma Uniform Code of Military Justice. The use of irons,
single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is
prohibited.
Added by Laws 2019, c. 408, § 64, eff. Oct. 1, 2019.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 44-855
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 44-855 cover?
Section 44-855 ("Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 44-855?
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