Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Judicial Torture.
Judicial Torture - as a noun
Torture that is sanctioned by the state and executed by duly accredited officials
Example: "The english renounced judicial torture in 1640"
Example Sentences
"The use of judicial torture has been a topic of debate among legal scholars."
"The defendant claimed that his confession was coerced through judicial torture."
"Many historical accounts depict the gruesome methods employed in judicial torture."
"The concept of judicial torture goes against the principles of due process and human rights."
"During the Middle Ages, judicial torture was often used to extract confessions."