Corrections

Controversy at Women’s Prison: Inmate Alleges Sexual Assault by Transgender Cellmate Amidst Department of Corrections Housing Policy Debate

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GIG HARBOR, Wash. — A former inmate at the Washington Corrections Center for Women has filed a federal lawsuit alleging she was sexually assaulted by her transgender cellmate, an individual with a history of sexual offenses, according to court documents. The plaintiff, Mozzy Clark-Sanchez, claims the assaults occurred over a period during which they shared a cell, sparking concerns about the incarceration policies for transgender inmates in state facilities. Clark-Sanchez’s lawsuit asserts severe allegations against Christopher Scott Williams, who after legally being recognized as a female by the state, was transferred from a men’s to … Read more

Former President Mahama Criticizes NPP’s Nana B for Misleading Election Claims; Legal Actions and Corrections Demanded

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Accra, Ghana — Tensions are escalating in Ghana’s political landscape as John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has called out Henry Nana Boakye, commonly known as Nana B and the National Organizer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), over alleged misinformation concerning the scheduling of the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections. According to Mahama, Nana B has been disseminating false claims that the elections would not occur simultaneously. Mahama, expressing his concerns, highlighted the responsibilities that come with Nana B’s legal background, suggesting that his conduct should reflect greater adherence … Read more

Trial Date Set for Former Corrections Officer in Multi-Year Child Pornography Case

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VANDALIA, Ill. — A 65-year-old retired federal corrections officer from Vandalia is set for an October jury trial over charges involving child pornography production, according to court records. Dennis J. Pickens, who is facing four counts of Class X felony production of child pornography, made a court appearance this Tuesday as final preparations are underway more than six years after his initial arrest. The charges against Pickens date back to 2018, with his trial slated for Oct. 28. Fayette County State’s Attorney Brenda Mathis explained that the 2018 case will be concurrently tried with two … Read more

Family Pursues Justice with Civil Rights Lawsuit Against Missouri Corrections Department After Inmate’s Death

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Jefferson City, Missouri – A civil rights lawsuit has been lodged by the family of a deceased inmate against the Missouri Department of Corrections, as announced by their legal representatives. The case centers around allegations of inadequate medical care and deliberate neglect that purportedly led to the inmate’s untimely death. The plaintiff in the lawsuit is the family of Michael Smith (a pseudonym used to protect the family’s privacy), who died while under state custody in a Missouri correctional facility last year. The legal action, spearheaded by the firm FeganScott, claims that the corrections staff … Read more