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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

Ending the Golden State Era of Solitary Confinement

California could reshape the practice as other states limit isolation. Meanwhile, prisons aren’t keeping pace.

Closing Argument • 09.02.2023

Pulling the Teeth from the Prison Rape Elimination Act

Delay, defy, defang.

News • 12.02.2014

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