Supreme Court says constitutional ban on 'excessive fines' also applies to states
by David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times
Feb 20, 2019
1 minute
WASHINGTON - In a unanimous ruling, the Supreme Court said Wednesday that the 8th Amendment's ban of "excessive fines" applies to states and local agencies, not just the federal government.
The decision will limit
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