One of the Censors has represented to the Emperor that illegal instruments of torture are frequently made use of by the magistrates and sub-prefects throughout the Empire. His Majesty declares that the laws clearly define what.implements of corporal punishment may be employed and if the Censor's allegations: are' well founded, the officials concerned are acting illegally. Hoe desires that the high authorities will make known to their subordinates the regulations on the subject and if any infringement of the same be brought to their notice, they will report the offenders immediately.
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