Case 9-2 Warden Cox Is Experiencing High Levels of Violence and Inmate

question 62

Multiple Choice

Case 9-2
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)1st amendment
• B)4th amendment
• C)8th amendment
• D)14th amendment

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