Muslim Inmate Files Religious Liberty Suit at "Supermax" Prison
A foreign-born Muslim inmate at the U.S.'s most restrictive prison complex is seeking accommodation for his religious practices under a federal statute.
The case, involving Mostafa Kamel Mostafa, highlights the extensive application of religious liberty principles in the United States.
Background
Mostafa is incarcerated at the "supermax" facility in Colorado, known as ADX Florence or the "Alcatraz of the Rockies," which is notorious for its near-total lockdown.
Legal Ruling
District Judge Philip Brimmer ruled on September 25 that prison officials had "substantially burdened the exercise of his religion" by not installing a special cleaner in one of his cells.
The prison's failure to accommodate Mostafa's religious practices has led to a lawsuit, underscoring the comprehensive nature of religious freedom rules in the United States.
- The prison is home to some of the most dangerous inmates in the U.S.
- The case demonstrates the far-reaching application of religious liberty principles in the country.
Author's summary: Muslim inmate seeks religious accommodation at "supermax" prison.