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Supreme Court rules Rastafari man can’t sue Louisiana prison officials who cut his dreadlocks
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Mark Sherman, Associated Press, as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
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A former inmate's case was recently decided by the nation's highest court. The outcome barred him from taking legal action against certain officials.
The incident in question involved a violation of the man's religious beliefs. His hair was cut off while he was in prison.
Further information about this case is available from KSAT 12, including details about the federal law that played a role in the decision.