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Inmates in New York have a right to adequate medical care under the Eighth Amendment. If denied, you can request medical records, but only the patient or their legal representative can do so. To become a power of attorney, fill out a POA form, which can be obtained online or from a local attorney. For assistance, contact the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY.Full Conversation
my boyfriend is currently incarcerated and they are denying him medical attention
What is the name of the facility where your boyfriend is incarcerated? In New York, inmates have a right to adequate medical care under the Eighth Amendment.
Green Haven Correctional Facility
What specific medical attention is your boyfriend being denied?
- In NY, inmates have a right to adequate medical care.
- Green Haven Correctional Facility: * NY-*, Stormville, NY *, Phone: (*) *-*.
information about recent biopsy
In NY, inmates have a right to access their medical records. Have you tried requesting these records from the facility?
- Green Haven Correctional Facility: * NY-*, Stormville, NY *, Phone: (*) *-*.
im not the power of attorney
In NY, only the patient or their legal representative can request medical records. Have you considered becoming your boyfriend's power of attorney?
yes i'm not sure where to start or how to get the paperwork
To become a power of attorney, you need to fill out a POA form. Have you contacted a local attorney or legal aid service for assistance?
- NY law: Only patient or legal representative can request medical records.
no
In NY, you can get a POA form online or from a local attorney. Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY: (*) *-*, * Central Ave, Albany, NY *.
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