Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 8 - Sentences
Section 13A-801 - Cruel and Unusual Punishments Prohibited

(a)    Punishment by flogging, or by branding, marking, or tattooing on the body, or any other cruel or unusual punishment may not be adjudged by a court–martial or inflicted on any person subject to this title.
    (b)    The use of irons, single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.