Category: Your Rights
What Is the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act of 1980?
The Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act of 1980 (CRIPA) became law more than 40 years ago. It protects people’s civil rights inside state-run institutions.
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Do Prisoners Have First Amendment Rights in Prison?
Prisoners do have some First Amendment rights, but they are limited.
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Do Prisoners Have Fourth Amendment Rights in Prison?
Prisoners don’t have 4th Amendment rights. COs don’t need a warrant or probable cause to search your cell.
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How Do You Request a Pardon or Commutation While in Prison?
A pardon frees someone from their legal consequences. But how do you request a pardon or clemency?
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When and How You Can Sue the Government
The Federal Tort Claims Act allows you to sue the US government. But what does it do and how can you use it to help yourself? Let’s find out.
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What Rights Do Prisoners Have Under the 8th Amendment?
The Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits “cruel and unusual punishment.” But what does that mean for you while you’re in prison? Do prisoners have Eighth Amendment rights?
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