People in jail are highly vulnerable to outbreaks of contagious illnesses. They are housed in close quarters and are often in poor health. And, many people in Maine’s jails are older and more vulnerable to medical risks. Without the active engagement of the jail administration, they have little ability to inform themselves about preventive measures, or to take such measures if they do manage to learn of them.
Statements & Letters
ACLU/MACDL letter to Chiefs of the Supreme Court, Superior Court, and District Court
Statement to Courts: Sharon McDonnell, MD
Statement to Courts: Lani Graham, MD
ACLU letter to jail administrators
ACLU letter re: COVID-19 and the Criminal Justice System
Cases
Blog Posts
Other Resources
Editorial: Shrink Maine’s prison population to fight COVID (Press Herald)
Maine Judicial Branch: Court Alerts, Emergency Orders & Notices
