The Scandal That Never Happened

11/16/2023

This article from ProPublica investigates a concerning practice in Louisiana's courts, where judges routinely ignored prisoners' petitions without reviewing them. The article focuses on the case of a prisoner named Clifton Gomez, whose petition was dismissed with a one-sentence order, even though he had a strong case for an appeal. The article highlights the lack of due process and the alarming disregard for the rights of prisoners in Louisiana's judicial system. It also raises questions about the efficiency and fairness of the legal process in the state. The article concludes by emphasizing the need for reform to ensure that prisoners receive a fair review of their petitions and have access to justice.

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