[Cerek the Barbaric]

Originally posted by 250: I agree, a quick snap on the back of the neck will do. shouldnt torture them, but shouldnt let their crimes go unanswered. btw, I thought electricion was near painless fast death

Ack.....not so, 250. It is probably the MOST painful method still in use. The original "jolt" does not always kill, so the criminal must be "zapped" again sometimes.

Practically any other method (short of crucifixion) is quicker and less painful.

Hanging - the rope can be positioned so that the neck is snapped instantly.
Firing Squad - I saw some documentary footage of Nazi officers being executed after Nuremburg. Very quick.
Lethal Injection - the criminal is given a sedative first, so that they "drift off to sleep" before the toxic dose is administered.

If I were ever faced with such a choice, electrocution would be my LAST choice. (Old Age would be my first ).