N.Y. Mil. Law § 130.55

§ 130.55. Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited. Punishment by\nflogging, or by branding, marking or tattooing on the body, or any other\ncruel or unusual punishment, shall not be adjudged by any court-martial\nor inflicted upon any person subject to this code. The use of irons,\nsingle or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.\n