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All LSPC publications are based on California law. Laws are different in other states, but many of the suggestions may be useful.
 
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Manuals
 
Pregnant Women in California Prisons and Jails: A Guide for Prisoners and Legal Advocates
This manual provides information on your legal rights as a pregnant woman in jail or prison as well as general information about pregnancy.
 
Fighting for Our Rights: A Toolbox for Family Advocates of California Prisoners
Outlines some basic tools that families of California state prisoners can use to fight for the rights of loved ones inside, and gives information on specific issues you may need to advocate about.
Note: If you have a slow connection to the Internet, you may prefer to choose the "Quick Download" version of this manual below, which omits several sample forms. If you are okay with waiting for the download to complete, however, or have a fast Internet connection, you can click the "Full Manual" link to download the entire publication.
PDF Version (Quick Download) - Fighting for Our Rights: A Toolbox for Family Advocates of California Prisoners (2 MB)
PDF Version (Full Manual) - Fighting for Our Rights: A Toolbox for Family Advocates of California Prisoners (6 MB)
 
Luchando por Nuestros Derechos: Un Libro de Herramientas para Familias que Defienden a los Prisioneros/as de California
 
Incarcerated Parents Manual
Addresses various aspects of family law, including: child custody, foster care, paternity, child support; includes sample forms and letters.
Caregiver's Authorization Affidavit (form only)
 
Manual para Madres y Padres Encarcelados
Esta dirigida a varios aspectos de Family Law (Ley de la Familia), incluyendo: Custodia del Niño, Cuidado Adoptivo, Paternidad, Mantenimiento del Niño; incluyendo ejemplos de formularios y cartas.
 
Manual for Grandparent-Relative Caregivers and Their Advocates
Contains information for grandparent and other relative caregivers and their advocates; includes a statewide resource list as well as resources for Northern, Central and Southern California.
 
Manual para los Abuelos-Familiares Criando a los Niños, y Aquellos que los Apoyan
Contiene información para abuelos y otros familiares criando a los niños y aquellos que les apoyan; incluye una lista de recursos de todo el estado y recursos para California del sur, del norte, y del centro.
 
Manual on SSI/SSDI for Prisoners and Their Advocates
This manual explains the initial application process and the reconsideration and appeals processes. Information on how incarceration affects your SSI/SSDI benefits is included along with sample letters of advocacy.
 
Suing a Local Public Entity *2004 edition*
Information and forms needed to sue a county jail official and/or other county officials.
 
Transportation to Court *2004 edition*
Information and forms explaining how to get from state prison/jail to juvenile (dependency) court for a hearing concerning child custody or parental rights.
 
Reports
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Dignity Denied: The Price of Imprisoning Older Women in California
Documents the conditions of confinement for the more than 350 women over the age of 55 in state prisons, and makes several policy recommendations including early release.
Dignity Denied (full version)
Dignity Denied (Executive Summary only)
 
A Closer Look at the Oral Healthcare Experiences of Pregnant Prisoners at Valley State Prison for Women in California
A community health assessment of women who were pregnant while in custody at Valley State Prison for Women, looking at perceptions and experiences of oral healthcare services.
 
Flyers / Pamphlets
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The 602 Appeals Process
Information for women & men incarcerated in California state prisons on filing a grievance using the 602 process.
PDF Version - The 602 Appeals Process
Web Version - The 602 Appeals Process
 
10 things you can do to support the struggle for prisoners' rights
PDF Version - 10 things you can do to support the struggle for prisoners' rights
Web Version - 10 things you can do to support the struggle for prisoners' rights
 
LSPC Newsletters
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2005 overview
 
2004 overview
 
2002 overview
 
2001 overview
 

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