Warden Cox Is Experiencing High Levels of Violence and Inmate

question 19

Multiple Choice

Warden Cox is experiencing high levels of violence and inmate disorder in his institution. He met with his senior correctional officers to discuss a strategy on how to handle the situation. Also included in the meeting was the legal advisor to the state's department of corrections, Mr. Johnson. Mr. Johnson explains to Warden Cox that he has received many complaints from inmates concerning the living conditions, physical abuse by officers, and segregation. Which amendment is applicable to these inmate complaints?

• A)First amendment
• B)Fourth amendment
• C)Eighth amendment
• D)Fourteenth amendment

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