The principle inherent in t... by William J. Brennan, an American Judge

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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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William J. Brennan

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Name: William J. Brennan

Nationality: American

Date of Birth: Apr 25, 1906

Date of Death: Jul 27, 1997

Profession: Judge

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