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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

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

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Get Involved • 07.21.2026

State Reverses Course, Finds Cuyahoga Jail Staff Failed to Start CPR in Wade’s Death

State inspectors said jail staff failed to provide CPR to Jennifer Wade after finding her unresponsive in her cell in February 2025.

Cleveland • 07.14.2026

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