Alaska Const. art. I, § 12
- Constitution
- Constitution of Alaska
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Criminal Administration Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. Criminal administration shall be based upon the following: the need for protecting the public, community condemnation of the offender, the rights of victims of crimes, restitution from the offender, and the principle of reformation. [Amended 1994]
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