The Supreme Court has stated that inmates facing a loss of good time for a rule infraction are entitled to certain right but not to others. Name two rights to which they are entitled and two to which they are not entitled.

What will be an ideal response?


Inmates facing a loss of good time are entitled to a disciplinary hearing by an impartial body; written notice of the charges within 24 hours; a written statement of the evidence relied on and the reasons for the disciplinary action; and an opportunity to call witnesses and present documentary evidence provided that this does not jeopardize institutional security. Inmates are not entitled to confront and cross-examine people who testify against them or to have legal counsel.

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