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Which amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment?
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Which amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment?

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The Eighth Amendment.

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The Eighth Amendment.

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This amendment states, "...Prohibits the federal government from imposing... cruel and unusual punishments."

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