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If a US citizen is found guilty of stealing a candy bar and sentenced to death, is it a violation of

their rights? Which amendment?

User Ivo Jansch
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Yes, this is a violation of the 8th amendment.
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Answer:

8th ammendment

Step-by-step explanation:

8th ammendment states there should be no cruel, unusual, or accessible punishments inflicted

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