Me. Const. art. I, § 9
- Constitution
- Constitution of Maine
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Sanguinary laws, excessive bail, cruel or unusual punishments prohibited. Sanguinary laws shall not be passed; all penalties and punishments shall be proportioned to the offense; excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel nor unusual punishments inflicted.
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