Ga. Const. art. I, § I, para. XVII
- Constitution
- Constitution of Georgia
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Bail; fines; punishment; arrest, abuse of prisoners. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted; nor shall any person be abused in being arrested, while under arrest, or in prison.
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