Explain what an inmate must prove in order to prevail in suits involving deliberate indifference.

What will be an ideal response?


For inmates to prevail in suits involving deliberate indifference claims, they must
prove that (1) they suffered an objectively serious deprivation or harm and (2) prison
officials were aware of the risk that caused the alleged harm and they failed to take
reasonable steps to prevent it.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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What will be an ideal response?

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What will be an ideal response?

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