Lawyers Reach Agreement On Native American Inmates’ Lawsuit (Indiana Public Media 4/23)
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Indiana settles lawsuit over religious rights of Indian inmates
Posted: Thursday, April 24, 2014
The Indiana Department of Corrections has reached a settlement with Indian inmates who said their religious rights were being violated.
Daniel Littlepage and 40 other Indian inmates at the Miami Correctional Facility said they weren't being allowed to use a sacred pipe or hold sweat ceremonies.
The facility has agreed to bring in a chaplain to oversee the activities.
The inmates also engage in smudging and prayer circles.
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Lawyers Reach Agreement On Native American Inmates’ Lawsuit (Indiana Public Media 4/23)
Native American inmate sues Miami Correctional Facility (The Kokomo Tribune 4/23)
Lawyers Reach Agreement On Native American Inmates’ Lawsuit (Indiana Public Media 4/23)
Native American inmate sues Miami Correctional Facility (The Kokomo Tribune 4/23)
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