ISSUES
Excessive force by prison officials is a serious violation of human rights. Our firm is committed to holding accountable those who abuse their authority, ensuring that incarcerated individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and advocating for justice in every correctional setting.
Incarcerated individuals have a constitutional right to receive adequate medical treatment for their serious medical issues. Our firm is committed to upholding this fundamental right by advocating for fair and timely healthcare within Maryland prisons. We believe that every person deserves access to quality medical care, and we use our expertise to ensure that incarcerated individuals receive the treatment they need to safeguard their health and well-being.
Our firm advocates for constitutionally adequate conditions of confinement, prioritizing fair treatment and dignity for incarcerated individuals. This includes addressing issues such as overcrowding, sanitation, and access to basic necessities to uphold decency in confinement.
Addressing allegations of failure-to-protect is crucial to ensuring the safety and well-being of incarcerated individuals. The Eighth Amendment imposes a duty on prison officials to protect incarcerated individuals from violence at the hands of other incarcerated individuals. PRISM is dedicated to advocating for those who have been assaulted due to the failure of DOC officials, seeking justice and accountability to ensure the protection of individuals while in custody.
Ensuring that an incarcerated individual's term of confinement is calculated correctly is crucial for upholding justice and fairness within the legal system. A miscalculation can have significant consequences, affecting the duration of incarceration and the individual's rights and liberties. PRISM advocates for precision in sentencing calculations, striving to protect the rights of those in custody and promote transparency and integrity in the criminal justice process.
PRISM provides advice to unrepresented incarcerated individuals pursuing judicial relief. These individuals often face challenges exhausting the administrative remedy procedure and navigating the civil court system.
