Tag: COVID-19

Explainer: Courts, Prisoners and Forced Vaccination

In essence, courts have forced prisoners to get the COVID-19 vaccination. But you won’t see that on social media or in the news. Why?

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How Does The First Step Act Impact Compassionate Release?

The First Step Act changed compassionate release for the better. But has it actually led to more compassionate releases?

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Arkansas Jail Doctor Prescribed Ivermectin to COVID-19 Patients

The Arkansas Medical Board is investigating a doctor who has been treating COVID-19 patients at Washington County Jail in Arkansas with the drug ivermectin. The drug is dangerous when used to treat coronavirus, the Food & Drug Administration has warned.

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What Measures Are Prisons Taking To Slow Spread Of COVID-19?

Because prison guards have largely refused to get vaccinated, prisons have taken other measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. Do they work?

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Will People Released Under the CARES Act Have To Go Back?

Thousands of people were released from prison under the CARES Act, but will they have to go back to prison once the COVID-19 pandemic ends?

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How Can You Learn If Your Loved One’s Prison Had a Coronavirus Outbreak?

COVID-19 is sweeping through America’s prisons. How to find out if there has been a coronavirus outbreak at your loved one’s prison.

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When Will Prisoners Get the COVID Vaccine?

People around the country are getting their coronavirus vaccinations. But when will prisoners get the COVID vaccine? Let’s take a look.

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