Alexander v. Singletary

ERVIN, Judge.

Inmate Cleophas Alexander appeals an order summarily denying his petition for writ of mandamus relating to a disciplinary action arising from violation of an institutional operating procedure (IOP). We reverse and remand.

Correctional Officer G. Coombs of Lake Correctional Institution alleged that he learned Alexander was operating a business with Jim Munce, an employee of the institution, through the hobby craft program. Coombs stated that Alexander had received $450 from Munce in return for sales of string boats between April 26, 1991 and June 19, 1991. Coombs indicated that…