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The principle inherent in the clause that prohibits pointless infliction of excessive punishment when less severe punishment can adequately achieve the same purposes invalidates the punishment.


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Author Bio


  • NameWilliam J. Brennan, Jr.
  • DescriptionAmerican judge
  • BornApril 25, 1906
  • DiedJuly 24, 1997
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionLawyer; Judge
  • AwardsPresidential Medal Of Freedom; Four Freedoms Award - Freedom Medal