{"code":"CONS","codeName":"California Constitution","section":"ART I SEC 17","citation":"Cal. Const., art. I, § 17","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"ARTICLE I DECLARATION OF RIGHTS [SECTION 1. - SEC. 32.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/constitution/article-1"}],"history":"Sec. 17 added Nov. 5, 1974, by Prop. 7. Res.Ch. 90, 1974.","effective":null,"html":"<p>Cruel or unusual punishment may not be inflicted or excessive fines imposed.</p>","text":"Cruel or unusual punishment may not be inflicted or excessive fines imposed.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/constitution/article-1/section-17","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}