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How America’s Patchwork of Death-In-Custody Rules Is Failing Families

Bodies of people who die in custody can be cremated, even when it violates their religion, or be donated to science without consent, finds new report.

Analysis • 10.08.2026

Women Learned Their Jail Strip Searches Were Recorded. Their Outrage Changed the Law.

Women who organized to push for a new Colorado law hope it will become a model for other states.

News • 08.27.2026

Did You Wait Months for an Indictment in a Mississippi Jail?

The Marshall Project - Jackson wants to hear from you.

Get Involved • 07.21.2026

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