Hudson, David L., 1969-

Prisoners' rights / David L. Hudson, Jr. - New York : Chelsea House, c2007. - 107 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 24 cm. - Point/counterpoint .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 92-95) and index.

Introduction: Prisoners' rights -- Point : it is reasonable to place limits on prisoner lawsuits -- Counterpoint : the prison litigation reform act deprives inmates access to the courts and represents an unconstitutional power grab by congress -- Point : inmates have adequate constitutional protection for religious liberty and congress has gone too far in creating even more avenues for frivolous religious-liberty litigation -- Counterpoint : inmates' religious liberty rights are fundamental and must be protected -- Point : prisons provide sufficient medical care and spend enough for inmates' medical needs -- Counterpoint : prison officials must provide better health care for inmates -- Conclusion: The continuing controversy of prisoner rights.

ISBN: 9780791092774 (hardcover) 0791092771 (hardcover)

LCCN: 2007003603

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Prisoners--Civil rights--United States.
Prisoners--Legal status, laws, etc.--United States.

LC Class. No.: HV9471 / .H83 2007

Dewey Class. No.: 323.3/29270973