When pertaining to U.S Criminal Code: “an act committed by a person acting under the color of law specifically intended to inflict severe physical or mental pain or suffering (other than pain or suffering incidental to lawful sanctions) upon another person within his custody or physical control”. (U.S. Code: Title 18, Part I, Chapter 113C, Section 2340) (Publication 114-38)
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