PA County Excludes Inmate with HIV from Kitchen Work, Violating ADA
In a shocking display of disregard for the rights of individuals living with HIV, a Pennsylvania county correctional facility has been found to have violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The facility, which will remain unnamed, prevented an inmate from working in the kitchen due to his HIV status.
The exclusion deprived the inmate of various benefits, including monetary compensation, special housing, extra privileges, and eligibility for sentence reduction. This blatant disregard for the ADA has sparked outrage among advocates for individuals living with HIV.
The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division has been working tirelessly to protect the rights of people living with HIV and AIDS. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke emphasized the department’s commitment to using civil rights laws to address unlawful treatment and stem the spread of stereotypes and misinformation about the disease.
“The Department of Justice vigorously safeguards the rights of all Americans, including people living with HIV and AIDS,” said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke. “On World AIDS Day, we reaffirm our commitment to using civil rights laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, to address the unlawful treatment of people living with HIV and AIDS and stem the spread of stereotypes and misinformation about the disease.”
The Pennsylvania county’s actions serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle for equality and justice faced by individuals living with HIV. As the nation observes World AIDS Day, it is essential to acknowledge the progress made and the work that remains to be done in protecting the rights of those affected by the disease.
The Justice Department continues to engage in outreach and education efforts to promote awareness of the ADA and its protections for individuals living with HIV and AIDS. For more information, please visit Civil Rights Division | Justice.gov and archive.ADA.gov/HIV Home Page.
Mandatory Facts:
Defendant: Pennsylvania county correctional facility (name withheld)
Criminal Charges: ADA violation
City and State: Pennsylvania
Date: October 2022
Outcome: Letter finding ADA violation
Dollar Amounts: N/A
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Key Facts
- State: Federal
- Category: Human Rights|Civil Rights
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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