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Prisoners' Rights Lawyer for People in the Federal Bureau of Prisons

Background on the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)

Prisoners' Rights in the BOP

There have been many documented cases of the recent abuse of prisoners, unhealthy living conditions, discriminatory practices, and/or misconduct by personnel within the Federal Bureau of Prisons system. Prisoners do not get the full rights of free citizens under the Constitution of the United States, but many basic rights of the incarcerated are protected, including: 

  • 1st Amendment: People in prison have the right to send and receive mail and the right for visitors to communicate with them.
  • 4th Amendment: Incarcerated individuals are guaranteed a limited right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures
  • 5th Amendment People may not be discriminated against or given unequal treatment based on race, sex, religion, age, national origin, and religion
  • 8th Amendment: Prisoners are provided limited rights of protection against cruel and unusual punishment during their confinement. This includes the establishment of humane living conditions, medical care, and protection from violence (initiated by other inmates or the institution’s personnel). 
 
 There are also federal laws that protect people during incarceration, such as:
  • The Rehabilitation Act: These federal laws guarantee you reasonable accommodations for your disabilities and effective communication.
  • The Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA): This law make sure that any infringement on your religion is subject to strict scrutiny
 
We understand that bringing claims against the federal government has its unique challenges. Suing the Federal Bureau of Prisons is different than suing a state prison or local jail. The Law Office of Deborah M. Golden has extensive experience in this area. 
 
If you are someone you know has been incarcerated within the BOP system and subject to infringement upon your basic rights, contact us today.

About Deborah M. Golden Law

How We
Can Help

At The Law Office of Deborah M. Golden, we have helped many Federal Bureau of Prisons’ inmates who have been subjected to mistreatment, abuse, and violations of their fundamental rights, which are protected by the Constitution of the United States.  

Based in Washington, D.C., our firm works on cases nationally to provide compassionate and dedicated representation to those whose rights have been violated within the BOP system. Learn more about some of the major areas we help with below. 

Within the Federal Bureau of Prisons system, incarcerated individuals have a right to be free from abuse and misconduct.

BOP Prisoners Who Are Subject to Abuse & Misconduct Violations

At The Law Office of Deborah M. Golden, we have decades of experience dealing with cases involving prisoners who have experienced abuse and misconduct within the Federal Bureau of Prisons system. In the past, we’ve handled a wide range of cases involving abuse by BOP personnel, including:

  • Physical violence and/or excessive use of force by prison officers
  • Sexual abuse and harassment
  • Discrimination due to race, sex, age, national origin, or religion
  • Denial of medical care or necessary treatments
  • Unsanitary or unsafe living conditions

 

If you or your loved one has suffered abuse or misconduct within the Federal Bureau of Prisons system, contact us today. 

Survivors of Sexual Assault within the Federal Bureau of Prisons System

The Federal Bureau of Prisons has stated its own zero tolerance policy against sexual abuse. However, that hasn’t stopped the troubling violations from occurring at many of its facilities. Sexual assault is unacceptable violation of human rights. In the past, we’ve handled a range of cases related to prison sexual assault, including:

  • Investigating allegations of sexual assault within specific BOP facilities
  • Pursuing legal action against perpetrators and holding them accountable
  • Seeking compensation and damages for survivors of sexual assault within the BOP system
  • Providing emotional support and guidance for victims throughout the legal process

 

If you or someone you know has been a victim of a sexual assault within a BOP facility, contact us today. 

Within the Federal Bureau of Prisons system, incarcerated individuals have a right to be free from sexual assault.
We help to enforce BOP accountability when prison systems fail to protect prisoners under the law.

Inmate Safety and Accountability within Federal Bureau of Prisons system

In 2023, the Federal Bureau or Prisons announced it was closing a notorious high-security facility  at Thomson penitentiary in Illinois, where several deaths had occurred among inmates. Prisons have a legal and ethical duty to protect the safety and well-being of inmates. Yet, unfortunately, BOP failures in this area have been well-documented, not just at Thomson but many other facilities as well. At the Law Office of Deborah M. Golden, we are dedicated to holding prison authorities accountable for their failure to protect inmates. Our services in this area include:

  • Seeking justice for BOP prisoners who have suffered harm due to the failure to protect them from violence
  • Seeking accountability for BOP prisoners’ families in cases where prisoners have died due to a failure to protect them from violence. 
  • Pursuing legal action against negligent BOP personnel and authorities who allowed for violent incidents to persist. 
  • Advocating for improved safety measures and standards within BOP facilities

If you or your loved one has experienced a failure to protect within the Federal Bureau of Prisons system, contact us today. 

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Contacting Us

When you work with the Law Office of Deborah M. Golden, you’ll get an attorney that’s committed to your prisoners’ rights case and its successful outcome. Here’s how we help in 3 quick steps. 

01

Connect for a Free Consultation

You can take the opportunity to get to know our firm and we discuss the basics about your legal case and needs.  

02

We work to build your case

We’ll work with you to gather the evidence we need and help you understand the basics of what the laws say. 

03

We Work to Achieve your goals

We’ve helped many clients achieve successful outcomes. While we can’t guarantee success, we will do everything possible to bring justice and accountability to those who have violated your rights. 

Contact Us Now for a Free Consultation

We’ll discuss your legal needs and you can get to know us.