Incarcerated

Incarcerated Transgender Woman’s Rights Violated: Department of Justice Sues Utah Department of Corrections

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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — The Utah Department of Corrections has been sued by the Department of Justice after it was found that a transgender inmate’s rights were violated. The DOJ alleges that the state, along with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, discriminated against the inmate based on her disability, gender dysphoria, in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. According to the complaint filed by the DOJ, the incarcerated transgender woman repeatedly requested hormone therapy but was denied equal access to healthcare services by the Utah Department of Corrections. In addition, … Read more

Incarcerated Inmates Sue New York Prison System Over Denied Access to Once-in-a-Lifetime Solar Eclipse

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Woodbourne Correctional Facility in upstate New York is facing a lawsuit filed by inmates who claim that the decision to prevent them from witnessing next week’s total solar eclipse violates their religious freedoms. The celestial phenomenon, which has not been visible in New York since 1925 and won’t be seen again in the state until 2079, holds significant religious value for people of various faiths, according to the complaint filed in federal court. The New York corrections officials instituted a lockdown at its facilities, including the Woodbourne Correctional Facility, on April 8, the day of … Read more

Incarcerated Man Wins $3.5 Million Verdict Against Colorado Department of Corrections for ADA Violation

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DENVER, COLORADO – A federal judge in Colorado has upheld a jury’s $3.5 million verdict in favor of an incarcerated man who suffered due to the prison’s failure to accommodate his disability. The Colorado Department of Corrections had attempted to reduce the verdict, but U.S. District Court Judge S. Kato Crews rejected their request. The judge stated that there was ample evidence supporting the jury’s decision and emphasized the jury’s role as fact-finders in determining the facts of the case. The man, Jason Brooks, filed a lawsuit against the corrections department, claiming that his rights … Read more

Unjust Detention: Palestinian Human Rights Lawyer Incarcerated in Israel Without Charges

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Ramallah, West Bank – In a troubling turn of events, Palestinian human rights lawyer Diala Ayesh has been detained by Israeli authorities without any formal charges. Ayesh, known for her advocacy for justice and equality, was taken into custody in the city of Ramallah, located in the West Bank region. This incident raises concerns about the suppression of vocal Palestinian voices and the violation of basic human rights. Ayesh’s arrest signifies a concerning trend of Israeli authorities cracking down on activists who speak out against the occupation and advocate for Palestinian rights. The situation further … Read more