Calm, et al. v. Taylor

The Delaware Constitution grants us freedom from cruel punishment, even in prison.

On May 7, 2026, the ACLU of Delaware filed a lawsuit against the commissioner of the Delaware Department of Correction because correctional officers are routinely failing to follow DDOC's own policies and training requirements when it comes to the use of dangerous chemical agents against incarcerated individuals. Countless lives have been put at risk by officers recklessly administering OC chemicals without following proper decontamination safety protocols, which has the potential to cause grievous injuries or even death.

DDOC must take responsibility for its employees when their conduct goes against policy, safety, and civil liberties. We're demanding an end to the cruel and malicious behavior of these officers.