Prisoners' Rights
People who have been convicted of a crime and incarcerated in jails and prisons are still entitled to a number of legal protections. Below you will find information on the legal rights of prisoners, and links to more resources. Choose a link from the list to get started.
Learn About Prisoners' Rights
- Rights of Inmates: Basics
- What Prisoners Should Know about Social Security
- Challenging an Arrest: Were Your Rights Violated?
- Resources on Prisoners' Rights
- Your Rights in the Criminal Justice System
(FindLaw's Criminal Law Center)
- Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons
- Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act
(U.S. Dept. of Justice)