> Yes, thank you for the tautology. You'll note that this was exactly my question: does the state make such exceptions? Why would they? > I'm a bit perplexed

> Yes, thank you for the tautology. You'll note that this was exactly my question: does the state make such exceptions? Why would they? > I'm a bit perplexed by your responses -- it seems like you either have information you aren't sharing, or like this subject make you impassioned. I’m sorry if I come across negatively. I am impassioned about this. People who are locked up have no recognized rights. They are at the mercy of the guards. Not the legislature, not the prison system, the guards.