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Re:New Orleans man locked up nearly 8 years awaiting trial, ... by alkonaut on Thursday November 16, 2017 @04:47AM (#15711410)
The US isn't known for an excellent prison system, but it is known for having a pretty good way for citizens to sue the government if they are mistreated.

I was abused in prison I'd expect to be able to sue the state for damages. Is there a general exception to the expectation of security for prisoners that means they can't expect the state to protect their well being in there?

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Re:New Orleans man locked up nearly 8 years awaiting trial, ... by coldtea on Thursday November 16, 2017 @05:33AM (#15711587)
>but it is known for having a pretty good way for citizens to sue the government if they are mistreated.

LOL. There are people proven innocent that get out of jail after 30+ years, with evidence hidden by prosecutors and their trial and other such shady stuff, and they get zilch.

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Re:New Orleans man locked up nearly 8 years awaiting trial, ... by speedplane on Thursday November 16, 2017 @05:35AM (#15711595)
If you're thrown in jail unjustly, why would you expect to be treated justly when you are proven innocent?
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