Preston v. Cowan (1971)

  • Status: Historic
  • Court: United States District Court, Western Division Kentucky, Paducah Division
  • Latest Update: Nov 20, 2017
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Summary

Challenged the constitutionality of conditions of confinement at the Jefferson County jail, a dungeon - like facility before the lawsuit.

Judge:
District Judge Allen
Attorney(s):
Robert Sedler and Dan Taylor
Pro Bono Firm:
American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky