Cases
What case abolished the juvenile death penalty?
Roper v. Simmons
What is the clause about $$
Excessive fines should not be imposed
Who is Izzy's BEST FRIEND
Cady Rose Carr
Yes, the federal government and the individual states are both covered by the Eighth Amendment. The Bill of Rights, particularly the Eighth Amendment, was initially meant to limit the federal government’s power and safeguard citizens’ individual liberties against federal overreach.
What case ruled that the execution of mentally disabled people falls under cruel and unusual punishment?
Atkins v. Virginia
What is the clause about bail?
Excessive bail should not be required
Where was Allison born? (Hint: it wasn't VA)
Oklahoma
What is Allisons dogs name? (Hint: He shares the same name as a president)
Teddy AKA Theodore
Yes
What clause is about punishment?
No, it does not.
Who created the 8th Amendment? (Same person who created all 12)
James Madison
Can judges deny bail?
Yes, they can deny bail if they believe the suspect is a danger to the community
What clause of the 8th amendment was used in Roper v. Simmons
Cruel and unusual punishment
Why was the 8th Amendment put in place?
To prevent the government from excessively punishing defendants and criminals before and after trial.
What school did Allison commit to?
Smith College
What year was the 8th Amendment established?
1791
What clause was used in Stack v. Boyle
Excessive bail
What is Izzy's dogs name (Hint- it's a "sport")
Ping Pong
Does the 8th Amendment go into detail about what is defined as excessive bails and fines?
The Eighth Amendment does not define “excessive” bail or fines, but courts have generally interpreted it to mean that bail and fines should be proportional to the severity of the offense and should not be set at an amount that is excessive or beyond what is necessary to achieve the legitimate governmental objectives of ensuring the defendant’s appearance in court or providing a deterrent effect.