Legal Case Summary

Calaff v. Capra Superintendent


Date Argued: Mon Sep 25 2017
Case Number: 16-4048
Docket Number: 6157726
Judges:Not available
Duration: 23 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Calaff v. Capra, Superintendent (Docket No. 6157726)** **Court:** [Court Name, if available] **Date:** [Filing Date, if available] **Judge:** [Judge's Name, if available] **Background:** The case involves the petitioner, Calaff, who has filed a legal challenge against the Superintendent Capra of a state correctional facility. The context typically involves issues of prison administration, inmate rights, or legal grievances pertaining to conditions of confinement, disciplinary actions, or administrative decisions taken by the correctional facility. **Key Issues:** 1. The specific complaints raised by Calaff against Superintendent Capra. 2. Legal grounds for the petition including possible violations of constitutional rights, statutory provisions, or administrative codes. 3. Any administrative remedies pursued by Calaff prior to filing the case. **Arguments:** - **Petitioner (Calaff):** Asserted that certain actions or inactions by Superintendent Capra violated their rights or regulations governing prison management. Common arguments might include lack of due process, cruel and unusual punishment, or failure to provide adequate medical care. - **Respondent (Capra):** Likely defended the actions taken, arguing they were within the authority granted to the superintendent, adhered to institutional policies, and did not violate any laws or rights. **Decision:** [Summarize the court's ruling, including any findings of fact, conclusions of law, and the implications of the decision. Indicate whether the petition was granted, denied, or if there were any orders issued, such as remand to lower courts or directives to amend policies.] **Conclusion:** The ruling in Calaff v. Capra has implications for the administration of prisons and the rights of inmates, highlighting key issues related to the treatment of incarcerated individuals and the responsibilities of correctional administrators. **Note:** Additional details, including specific legal references, the nature of the complaints, and the court's reasoning, would require access to the court documents or a more comprehensive legal database.

Calaff v. Capra Superintendent


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