Preventative Detention Rights Explained

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In Albuquerque, New Mexico, detention facilities can segregate inmates for safety or health reasons. Preventative detention is used if a judge deems the defendant a risk. The 8th Amendment protects against cruel punishment, but segregation is often for safety. Facilities must provide adequate medical care. If rights are believed to be violated, contacting a local attorney is advisable.

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My boyfriend was arrested and put on preventative detention and is withdrawing but was placed in a seg cell as soon as he got there even before he went to court and got placed on preventative detention. Imcan they do that?
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your boyfriend's situation. Can you please let me know which country or state this occurred in? Laws regarding procedures in detention facilities can vary.
Albuquerque NM
Hello ****,
In Albuquerque, New Mexico:
- The detention facility has the right to segregate inmates for various reasons including safety or health issues.
- Preventative detention can be imposed if the judge believes the defendant poses a risk to the community or themselves.
- The accused has the right to legal representation.
He didn't do anything wrong to be placed in seg. Aren't they punishing him while already punishing him just cause of his charges. I thought that violated 8th amendment. He is withdrawing and needs to be monitored
Hello ****,
In Albuquerque, New Mexico:
- The 8th Amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment. However, segregation is often used for safety.
- If you feel his rights are being violated, consider contacting a local attorney.
- Facilities are legally required to provide adequate medical care to inmates.