Section 27. Bail, fines, and punishments

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Bail, fines, and punishments

Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel or unusual punishments inflicted.

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Election Date: November 3, 1970

Votes For Ratification: 393759

Votes Against Ratification: 251132

Percent for Ratification: 61%

Percent Against Ratification: 39%

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Amendment Source: 1969 Chap 1258

Effective Date Source: 1969 Chapter 1258

Excessive bail should not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel or unusual punishments inflicted.

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That excessive Bail, should not be required nor excessive Fines imposed, nor Cruel or unusual Punishments inflicted.

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