Tex. Code Crim. Proc. art. 1.09

Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.
Section 1.09 - Cruelty Forbidden

Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel or unusual punishment inflicted.

Tex. Code Crim. Proc. § 1.09

Acts 1965, 59th Leg., vol. 2, p. 317, ch. 722.