I am in the weekender program serving 10 weekends (20 days) for a second DUI conviction. I was "misplaced" in the detox room when I was supposed to be in the suicide watch cell, though I am not suicidal, and have no history of mental illness, or poor mental health. I was left in the "detox" cell with others withdrawing from hard drugs like heroin, for 12 hours. While in this cell I was given one blanket, and one ratty mattress to sleep on, on the floor, the fluorescent lights were never turned off, or dimmed. It was freezing cold. I was denied examination by the nurse and ignored by the sheriffs when I told them I was mistakenly placed in detox, as I am not addicted to drugs. If they had tested me they would have found no evidence of drugs in my system. No-one listened to me, I was ignored, for 12 hours. Is there any way to fight this treatment as cruel and unusual? I am emotionally and physically broken from this experience. I am a full time college student and substitute teacher.
You need to consult with an attorney that specializes in what are called "1983" actions. You should act soon, there are certain strict time limits that may apply.
