"Mark Sabel, an attorney representing the inmates, says he's planning to file a file a writ of certiorari to the U.S. Supreme Court, and that the issue is a matter of religious liberty.
His clients have argued that long hair is a cornerstone of their religion and said they'd face "eternal consequences" if they were to die with their hair cut short. The 11th Circuit Court's decision is contrary to rulings made by other federal courts, Sabel said." http://www.tuscaloosanews.com/article/20131212/NEWS/131219939/1007?Title=Law yer-to-petition-high-court-on-Alabama-prison-rule-that-requires-inmates-to-c ut-hair J Joel L. Sogol Attorney at Law 811 21st Ave. Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401 ph (205) 345-0966 fx (205) 345-0971 email: [email protected] website: www.joelsogol.com Ben Franklin observed that truth wins a fair fight - which is why we have evidence rules in U.S. courts.
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