Turner v. Maschner

Rees, J.:

Petitioner Samuel Turner appeals the denial of his petition for a writ of habeas corpus (K.S.A. 60-1501), in which he alleged that the conditions surrounding his incarceration constitute cruel and unusual punishment. Specifically, petitioner contends that because of his segregated confinement in the Administrative Treatment and Segregation Unit (A&T), his opportunities for education, group religious services, employment services and vocational training and exercise are impermissibly restricted. We affirm.

The infliction of “cruel and unusual punishment” is constitutionally prohibited…