The landmark legal case that defined an inmate's rights regarding psychiatric care was which of the following?

a. Smith v. Williamson
b. Bowring v. Godwin
c. Somerdale v. State of California
d. Curry v. Illinois Dept. of Corrections


Answer: b

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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