Prison News

9/28/2009 10:09:39 PM Just Detention

Just Detention International works to protect the basic human rights of all detainees, in the U.S. and internationally. When the government takes away someone’s freedom, it has a responsibility to protect that person’s safety. All inmates have the right be treated with dignity. No matter what crime someone has committed, sexual violence must never be part of the penalty.

9/28/2009 10:08:21 PM Prisoner Safety Act Passes California Senate

Bill expands protections for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender prisoners