Which of the following Amendments protects criminal defendants from cruel and unusual punishment, and also protects criminals from torture?

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The Eighth Amendment protects criminal defendants from cruel and unusual punishment, as well as protects them from torture. The Fifth Amendment protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, while the Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. The Fourteenth Amendment provides for equal protection under the law.

Which of the Following Amendments Protects Criminal Defendants from Cruel