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The Prison Disciplinary Process: Your Legal Rights

Prisoners’ Legal Services

This booklet explains your rights if you are charged with a disciplinary offence in federal prison. Topics include informal resolution, the charge, the hearing process, penalties, and reviewing a disciplinary decision.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Writing an Effective Grievance

Prisoners’ Legal Services

This booklet explains the process for making a complaint with the Correctional Service of Canada. Topics include rights and realities, the grievance procedures, and writing your grievance.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Your Right to Property in Federal Prison

Prisoners’ Legal Services

This booklet is a self-help guide about your rights to personal property while you are in federal custody.

Last reviewed March 2024