ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Prisoner's rights

Prisoner's rights are like rules that we follow to make sure that people who are in prison are treated fairly and with respect. When someone does something wrong or harmful, they might be arrested and put in a jail or prison. Once they are there, they are still people and have certain rights that need to be respected.

These rights include things like being able to make a phone call to family or a lawyer, having access to medical care, food and water, and being safe from harm or abuse. Just because someone is in prison doesn't mean they should be treated badly or unfairly.

However, prisoners also have some restrictions on their rights because they are being punished for something they did wrong. For example, they might not be allowed to leave the prison or have access to certain things like cellphones or drugs.

It's important to remember that even if someone is in prison, they are still a human being and should be treated with dignity and respect. By following the rules and laws that protect prisoner's rights, we can ensure that they are being treated fairly and given a chance to improve themselves while they serve their sentence.