Angelo Clark, who lived with mental illnesses, was placed in solitary confinement by Department of Correction (DOC) officials for seven months while he was housed in a Delaware prison. This violation of his Constitutional rights caused severe and irreversible harm to Clark, who passed away earlier this year — before he was able to finish his fight for justice.
Dwayne Bensing, ACLU-DE staff attorney, argued Clark’s case on March 30th in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit to address the civil liberties implications of this case and prevent further harm through solitary confinement use in Delaware.
Join us on June 1st to hear Dwayne Bensing and Chad Stover, Partner at Barnes & Thornburg and trial attorney on Mr. Clark’s case, discuss Clark v. Coupe, including trial details, the cruel and unusual nature of solitary confinement, the use of qualified immunity by prison officials, and the Third Circuit arguments.
Amicus Society members receive free CLE credit for attendance. Admission for attorneys who seek CLE credit but are not Amicus Society members is $50.
Attorneys who attend are eligible for one hour of Continuing Legal Education credit.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom attendee link. Zoom event will be recorded.
Are you an attorney, but not an Amicus Society member?
The Amicus Society brings together a network of First State lawyers who are committed to defending our civil rights and civil liberties. Members enjoy insider information and special opportunities to meet and learn from ACLU leaders. Most importantly, they make our work possible through their membership support.
Interested in joining the Amicus Society? Learn more and purchase your membership here.
*Unsure if you’re in good standing? Contact Melissa Bryson, development director, at mbryson@aclu-de.org.
