A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Attenuation of the taint
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An [enhanced interrogation] technique, notoriously employed at the abu-Ghraib prison, involving the pulling of the scrotum and anal cavity in opposite directions, with the goal of inflicting pain to a [suspects] crotch region. Unlike with typical torture methods, any information obtained through this practice will be admissible in a criminal proceeding, as it is as an exception to the fruit of the [poisonous] tree doctrine.
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A long-term medical condition, typically caused by successful subjection to such a technique.
Attenuation of the taint meaning & definition 1 of Attenuation of the taint.
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