Kan. Const. Bill of Rights, § 9
- Constitution
- Constitution of Kansas
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Bail; fines; cruel and unusual punishment. All persons shall be bailable by sufficient sureties except for capital offenses, where proof is evident or the presumption great. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel or unusual punishment inflicted. History: Adopted by convention, July 29, 1859; ratified by electors, October 4, 1859; L. 1861, p. 48.
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