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Amendment Series
The 8th Amendment: The Prohibition of Cruelty - Setting the Standards for Humaneness in Punishment
Delve into the 8th Amendment's pivotal role in defining humane punishment standards. Landmark cases like Weems v. United States (1910) underscore the Supreme Court's commitment to proportionality, ensuring penalties align with the gravity of offenses.
