Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-801
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-801
in effect(a) Punishment by flogging, or by branding, marking, or tattooing on the body, or any other cruel or unusual punishment may not be adjudged by a court–martial or inflicted on any person subject to this title.
(b) The use of irons, single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Laws/StatuteText?article=gps§ion=13A-801&enactments=falseFetched: 10/17/2026
