prisoners

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United States, that prisoners cannot seek compassionate release under the 2018 statute intended to allow exactly that relief, even if they show that their original convictions were inaccurate or unfairly decided.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

It can hold up to 135 long-term and short-term men who need to be separated from mainstream prisoners because of the nature of their offence - termed "offence-related protection prisoners".

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

This case is unusual because innocent prisoners typically petition for federal habeas corpus relief, not compassionate release.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

She insists that their protest is peaceful before stating their demands, which include medicine for prisoners who have tuberculosis.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The prisoners hope for liberation, but they know the American and Filipino troops face a tough battle ahead.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly