An Inmate Is Housed in a State Prison for Committing

question 47

Multiple Choice

An inmate is housed in a state prison for committing a state offense. The inmate has noticed that the conditions of his confinement are quickly deteriorating. The state is placing more than two inmates in a cell, the state is cutting back on rehabilitative and wellness programs, and there have been a number of recent occasions when he was verbally and physically abused by prison staff. If the inmate desires a remedy to these conditions, he might (s) he file?

• A) a civil action under 42 U.S.C. § 1983.
• B) a habeas corpus action.
• C) an appeal.
• D) a motion to have his sentence reviewed.

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Definitions:

Stress

The physical or mental response to an external cause, such as pressure, challenge, or demand.

Hormone

A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs.

Cortisol

Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, often released in response to stress and used as a marker for the body's stress response.

Affective Realms

Pertains to the domain of emotions and feelings, emphasizing how these aspects influence learning and behavior.