Justice For Phillip Lookadoo (Georgia State Prison)

Dear Sirs:

Mr. Phillip Lookadoo is currently housed in a super-maximum facility that was deemed appropriate for dangerous inmates unable to thrive in general population due to either an investigation that usually, according to the facility's guidelines, last approximately 6 months, or sentencing by the facility board, or appointed judge.

Mr. Lookadoo was previously sentenced to a Georgia State correctional facility serving out his sentence. Phillip obtained a High School diploma and maintained a tolerable attitude while housed at his former facility. He received visitations, canteens, phone calls and medications without complaint. During this timeframe, an inmate was pronounced deceased after an altercation that did not involve Mr. Lookadoo, however, he was relocated pending a 6-month investigation. This was approximately six years ago.

The family of Mr. Lookadoo has tirelessly sought answers concerning Mr. Lookadoo continual unanswered inquires of why their loved one has not been either properly charged, or relocated to another facility which would allow his previous conditions of reasonable physical recreation time, visitations, phone calls, canteens and other such programs allotted to prisoners housed at a Georgia State Prison. There are a number of formal complaints and or inhumane conditions we wished investigated concerning Mr. Phillip Lookadoo.

Our complaints are as follows:

• Medication Denial

Mr. Lookadoo is denied his medication preference. He suffers from a chronic illness since birth. Prior to his relocation, he had no problem ordering his OTC Rx. However, that preference has been continuously denied without a reasonable or humane answer as to why his continuous request is denied.

• Due Process

Mr. Lookadoo is currently "locked down," in a super-maximum facility without sunlight, interaction, programs or humane conditions for a prisoner which has not been charged or sentenced to said facility. His plight has continued 5.5 years past the window of relocation back to general population.

• Mental Health

Mr. Lookadoo is currently suffering from stress that could provoke a serious emergency, considering his chronic condition. The physician assigned to his section has responded poorly to Mr. Lookadoo request for medication that he has to ration out due to the canteen schedule. This poses a dangerous threat to Mr. Lookadoo health and welfare. He is only prescribed oral medications that do not suffice nor are they suitable according to Mr. Lookadoo past treatment options which have been successful.

We are requesting an immediate investigation into the above-mentioned complaints. We are formally requesting our local, county or district representatives be formally advised of Mr. Lookadoo rights being strongly opposed by the prison officials responsible for the mission clearly stated as the "Georgia State Prison," charge to keep.

We further seek advice and response from the state officials, mainly the Governor's office contact expeditiously to Ms. Sarita Lookadoo, the mother of Mr. Phillip Lookadoo, who has patiently pursued justice for her only son, without favorable or reasonable explanations of the complaints respectfully presented.

We are further requesting a coalition of advocates to please consider our cry for justice, and assist our endeavors. Mr. Lookadoo is currently serving his prison sentence and the only request is for humane treatment and fair investigations; due process.

Our formal complaints are based on the below-listed guidelines and rights, as entailed in the state's official documentation and implementation of a prisoner and human rights. We strongly believe these rights have been grossly violated in the case of Mr. Phillip Lookadoo.

What is the 14th amendment to the US constitution?

The 14th amendment was adopted in 1868, after the American Civil War, and addresses the equal protection and rights of former slaves. The 14th amendment limits the action of state and local officials. In addition to equal protection under the law to all citizens, the amendment also addresses what is called "due process", which prevents citizens from being illegally deprived of life, liberty, or property.

Right to Complain About Prison Conditions and Access to the Courts – Inmates have the right both to complain about prison conditions and to voice their concerns to prison officials and the courts.

What Are a Prisoner's Rights?

Prisoner's Rights Law deals with the rights of inmates while behind bars. Many of these laws relate to fundamental human rights and civil liberties.

Cruel and Unusual Punishments – Every inmate has the right to be free under the Eighth Amendment from inhumane treatment or anything that could be considered "cruel and unusual" punishment. Unfortunately, the Eighth Amendment did not clearly define what "cruel and unusual" punishment includes, meaning much of the definition has derived from case law. Generally speaking, any punishment that is considered inhumane treatment, like torture or abuse, or a violation of a person's basic dignity may be considered cruel and unusual within the discretion of the court.

Medical and Mental Health Care – Prisoners are entitled to receive medical care and mental health treatment. These treatments are only required to be "adequate," not the best available or even the standard treatment for those outside of incarceration.

First Amendment Rights – Inmates retain basic First Amendment rights (i.e., free speech and religion), but only to the extent that the exercise of those rights does not interfere with their status as inmates.

Discrimination – Inmates have the right to be free from discrimination while imprisoned. This includes racial segregation, disparate treatment based on ethnicity or religion, or preferences based on age, among others.

Respectfully submitted,

Ms. Sarita Lookadoo

Team of Supporters/Advocates for #JusticeForPhillipLookadoo

Derrick Jackson - District 64 Atlanta, GA, Brian P. Kemp Secretary of State, Atlanta, GA, Mayor Kate Pippin, Jackson, GA, Theodore Patterson-District 1, Jackson, GA,

Southern Center for human Rights