Prison Law 2017

Why You Should Attend

In an area where advocates face increasingly challenging legal issues whether they represent incarcerated people from a public interest practice, private practice or as a policy advocate, and where government lawyers also grapple with complex concerns, PLI’s Prison Law program offers a unique focus on evolving prison law issues.

What You Will Learn

Litigation strategies in connection with the Prison Litigation Reform Act (PLRA) and also monitoring and consent decrees
Mental health challenges for incarcerated persons
Ethical issues arising in prison actions
Detention of immigrants
Incarceration of young people: including treatment, conditions, and access to education

CLE Credit Provided for Attendance: Yes

Fee Required for Attendance: No

Registration Required for Attendance: Yes