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Abuse of Discretion in Failing to Grant Prisoner Continuance in §1983 Action

Illinois state prisoner Robert Harris filed a 42 U.S.C. §1983 action against prison officials claiming guards interfered with his mail and visiting rights, preventing him from preparing an adequate defense to state criminal charges. The state filed a motion to dismiss or, alternatively, for summary judgment. Harris filed a cross-motion ...

 

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