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New York to Ban Lengthy Solitary Confinement in Prisons and Jails

CRUEL PUNISHMENT

The law passed Wednesday also bans the practice completely for minors and people with disabilities.

Jennifer Adams
Jennifer Adams 

Former Breaking News Intern

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Jennifer Adams

Jennifer Adams

Former Breaking News Intern

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