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Prison Conditions

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law14 days ago•3 min saved

Alabama inmate sues over unattended labor and birth on prison floor

A federal lawsuit accuses an Alabama jail of denying timely medical care to pregnant inmate Tiffany McElroy, who allegedly gave birth on the prison floor while guards watched; other inmates helped revive the newborn, and McElroy and her baby claim their constitutional rights were violated and she faced post-delivery punishment. Filed by Pregnancy Justice on behalf of McElroy and her daughter, the suit names about 20 defendants and highlights broader concerns about the treatment of pregnant inmates in Alabama.

via The Guardian|

#alabama #civil-rights-lawsuit #inmate-medical-care

world28 days ago•3 min saved

Health crisis in Iranian prison threatens Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi, family says

The family of jailed Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi says her health has sharply declined in Zanjan prison, including a suspected heart attack, severe weight loss and ongoing chest pains. Doctors urge urgent, specialized care outside the prison, but access is limited, raising fears for her life as authorities deny adequate medical treatment and advocates call for her release and relief for political prisoners.

via The Guardian|

#human-rights #iran #narges-mohammadi

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Pope Urges Prison Reform and Shared Prosperity in Equatorial Guinea

Pope Leo used the final stop of his Africa tour to condemn Equatorial Guinea's prison conditions and urge that the country’s oil wealth be used for the common good, calling for dignity and greater freedoms amid corruption concerns as he prepares to visit the notorious Bata prison.

via BBC|

#equatorial-guinea #human-rights #oil-wealth

world6 months ago•1 min saved

Ecuador Prison Riot Results in 4 Deaths and Dozens Injured

A riot at a prison in Machala, Ecuador, resulted in 4 inmate deaths and over 30 injuries, triggered by inmate reorganization for a new maximum-security facility. The incident follows a recent history of deadly prison violence linked to gang conflicts and highlights the ongoing issues of overcrowding and organized crime within Ecuador's prisons.

via CBS News|

#ecuador #gang-violence #inmate-deaths

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Ghislaine Maxwell's Prison Experience and Political Appeals

Ghislaine Maxwell, serving a 20-year sentence for sex-trafficking, reports being 'much happier' after being transferred to a minimum-security prison in Texas, where she praises the conditions and staff, sparking controversy and questions about VIP treatment, especially following her interview with a Trump-associated attorney.

via The Guardian|

#epstein-case #ghislaine-maxwell #prison-conditions

world6 months ago•5 min saved

Pregnant British Teen Bella Culley to Be Released from Georgian Jail

A pregnant British teenager, Bella Culley, is detained in Georgia on drug charges, with her conditions improving after transfer to a 'mother and baby' unit, amid concerns over prison conditions and her legal situation, including a plea bargain that could reduce her sentence to two years.

via BBC|

#bella-culley #drug-charges #georgia

world7 months ago•1 min saved

Greta Thunberg Alleges Abuse and Torture by Israeli Authorities

Greta Thunberg alleges she was subjected to abuse and torture in an Israeli prison, including neglect, physical injuries, and poor conditions, and criticizes the Swedish embassy for their inadequate response; she was eventually deported after five days.

via BuzzFeed|

#abuse-allegations #diplomatic-response #greta-thunberg

legal8 months ago•3 min saved

Diddy Seeks Court Reversal Amid Allegations of Inhumane Conditions

Sean Diddy Combs's lawyers argue he has endured inhumane conditions in Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center for over a year and request a sentence of no more than 14 months, citing violence, neglect, and poor living conditions, to influence his upcoming sentencing on October 3.

via The Mirror US|

#brooklyn-mdc #diddy #inhumane-treatment

world8 months ago•4 min saved

Belarus Prisoner Releases Highlight Human Rights Concerns and International Diplomacy

A group of Belarusian political prisoners, including journalists and activists, were released after years of brutal detention, revealing severe human rights abuses and harsh prison conditions, amid ongoing political repression and efforts to improve relations with the West.

via Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty|

#belarus #human-rights #lukashenko

law-and-crime9 months ago•5 min saved

Ghislaine Maxwell's Prison Transfer Sparks Tensions and Investigations

Ghislaine Maxwell was transferred to a minimum-security prison camp in Bryan, Texas, sparking tension among inmates and raising questions about her treatment and the reasons for her move, which was described by her lawyer as a safer placement. The transfer, unusual for a sex crime convict with her sentence length, has attracted scrutiny from lawmakers and highlights the differences in prison conditions and programs available to her compared to her previous facility.

via CNN|

#ghislaine-maxwell #jeffrey-epstein #law-and-crime

world9 months ago•2 min saved

British Parents Held in Iran's Harsh Prisons, Family Seeks Answers

A British couple from East Sussex, detained in Iran since January and accused of espionage, are being held in Iran's worst prisons under harsh conditions, with concerns raised about their health and wellbeing, and their case possibly being used as political leverage by Iran.

via BBC|

#british-couple #detention #iran

entertainment9 months ago•4 min saved

Diddy Seeks New Trial Amid Prison Challenges and Legal Battles

Diddy's lawyer revealed that while in prison, the rapper has been suffering from sensory deprivation due to lack of outdoor access and has been apart from his children, despite his ongoing legal battles and efforts to secure bail. His sentencing is scheduled for October 3, and he remains hopeful about his future.

via Cinemablend|

#diddy #entertainment #family-support

crime10 months ago•2 min saved

Inside the Idaho Prison Housing Bryan Kohberger

Bryan Kohberger, sentenced to multiple life sentences for the murders of four students, is housed in Idaho's maximum security prison in Kuna, which is designed to manage some of the most dangerous offenders with strict security measures and regimented routines.

via ABC News|

#bryan-kohberger #crime #idaho-prison

world10 months ago•4 min saved

Venezuelans Deported and Rescued: Stories of Detention, Crime, and Reunions

Venezuelan migrants deported from the US to El Salvador describe severe human rights abuses and harsh conditions in a Salvadoran prison, but were recently released as part of a prisoner exchange deal between the US and Venezuela, allowing them to reunite with their families.

via CNN|

#el-salvador-prison #human-rights-abuse #prison-conditions

world10 months ago•2 min saved

Allegations of Abuse and Inhumane Conditions at Florida Immigration Detention Centers

A Human Rights Watch report exposes abusive and inhumane conditions at three Florida immigrant detention centers, including overcrowding, cruel treatment, and denial of basic needs, with detainees describing severe mistreatment and neglect.

via Common Dreams|

#abuse #florida #human-rights