Abstract Summary/Description
Concerns on Castration is an in-depth analysis of the United States laws on castration. There are no modern resources that one can consult to understand what the laws say nor which states feature castration laws. The paper provides the context for castration laws in the United States, which states have adopted them, the contents of those laws, their use, and then questions as to their constitutionality. The final prong of the paper - constitutionality - also asks whether or not castration is a treatment or a punishment. Deciding either way significantly affects Eighth Amendment Cruel and Unusual analyses. This contribution is meant to increase awareness about the practice and to better inform legislators in their endeavors to impose just punishments.
