Prisoner Rights Violation Colorado

Summary

The users fiancee, a prisoner in Colorado, has been placed in yards run by rival gangs despite identifying as a gang dropout. This has led to multiple instances of physical harm. The user has expressed dissatisfaction with the prisons gang coordinators handling of the situation and is considering legal action. The user is advised to gather evidence, including call logs and medical records, to support their claim. The user is also advised to file a formal complaint with the Colorado Department of Corrections and to seek legal counsel specializing in civil rights.

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My fiancee is in prison in Colorado and he told the gang coordinator that he is a drop out gang member and i stayed and talked to him as well and instead of taking us seriously and putting him in a yard for dropouts he put him in * yards that surenos run and my fiance has already been jumped several times in the 2 months hes been in prison
What actions have you taken so far to address this issue? In Colorado, prisoners have a right to be protected from harm. You may consider filing a complaint with the prison administration.
I haven't. But I want the gang coordinator t
What specific actions do you want the gang coordinator to take?

In Colorado, prisoners' safety is a priority. You can file a complaint with the Colorado Department of Corrections.
Fired
What is the name of the prison where your fiancee is currently located?
He is in bent county but the gang coordinator was in DRDC
What is the full name of your fiancee and have you reported these incidents to the prison administration?

Bent County Correctional Facility: +* *-*-*
Denver Reception & Diagnostic Center (DRDC): +* *-*-*
Izia Weybright. I called the gang coordinator when he was in DRDC and even though I'm on his paperwork that they can talk to me the coordinator was very rude
Have you considered filing a formal complaint against the gang coordinator for his behavior and the unsafe conditions your fiancee is experiencing?
No I want to sue. I called and told him that Izia would have these problems and he didn't take me or Izia seriously
What evidence do you have to support your claim? In Colorado, you may need to prove negligence or deliberate indifference on the part of the prison staff.
Well Izia called and I'm sure I can get the call log from then
What was the content of the call between you and the gang coordinator? This could be crucial evidence in your case.
I called and told him who I was and that I wanted him to please take it seriously and about how many times my fiance got jumped just in county and he said he couldn't talk to me about an inmate because he couldn't identify me over the phone. I asked if I needed to drive to Denver and he said no. He continued to tell me he couldn't discuss it with me and I got mad and told him if he didn't take it seriously and anything happened I would sue
Have you documented these incidents and kept any evidence of your fiance's injuries? This could be crucial in a potential lawsuit.
He has X-rays they gave him
What injuries do the X-rays show and have you kept a copy of them? These could serve as important evidence in your case.
I will find out when he calls me and make sure he keeps them
What is the extent of his injuries according to the X-rays? It's important to document all medical evidence for potential legal proceedings.
Broken ribs
What actions were taken by the prison administration after your fiance's ribs were broken?
None. Nobody went to the hole or anything
What steps have you taken to report these incidents to the prison administration?
I haven't because he told me to wait to see what I can find out
What is the name of the gang coordinator you spoke with? It's important to have all the details for potential legal proceedings.
Lt. Burnett's
What is the full name of Lt. Burnett and his position at the prison?
I'm not exactly sure I'll have to find out
I don't know
What is the full name of your fiancee and his inmate number?
Izia Weybright *
What is the current status of your fiancee's health and safety in the prison?
He's in the hole not for disciplinary actions but waiting to go back to cell house *
He's in the hole not for disciplinary actions but waiting to go back to territorial
What is the current condition of your fiancee's health and safety in the prison?
He's safe while he's in the hole but they're just going to ship him somewhere else to go through the same thing. He should be in territorial or ordway.
What is the name of the prison they are planning to transfer him to?
I don't know yet.
What steps have you taken to prevent his transfer to another prison?
Lt Burnett's
What is the full name of Lt. Burnett and his position at the prison?
He is the gang coordinator and I'm not sure his full name
What actions have you taken so far to address this issue with Lt. Burnett?
I have spoken to you
What is the current status of your complaint with the Colorado Department of Corrections?
He didn't take it seriously so I want to sue
What is the name of the lawyer you are planning to hire for this lawsuit?
I'm not sure I was hoping you could give me some ideas
What type of lawyer are you looking for? Criminal defense, civil rights, or personal injury?
Civil rights I think
What specific civil rights violations do you believe have occurred in your fiancee's case?
I don't know. Can you help
What specific incidents or actions led you to believe that your fiancee's civil rights were violated?