4.15.2002

Wow, the lack of a personal computer now defines "overly restrictive and oppressive" prison conditions:

CNN.com - Moussaoui files suit over jail conditions - April 12, 2002

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Lawyers for accused terrorist Zacarias Moussaoui filed a court motion Friday objecting to his "overly restrictive and oppressive" prison conditions, arguing he needs more space in his prison cell, computer equipment and greater access to legal counsel while he prepares for his criminal trial this fall. ...

Specifically, Moussaoui has requested:

-- A larger cell, with a table and chair

-- Laptop computer, printer, and the right to keep legal materials in his cell

-- Greater telephone access to his lawyers

-- Freedom from random prison searches

-- Freedom from having his phone conversations recorded

-- The right to meet with people besides his counsel

Lead defense attorney Frank Dunham confirmed thefiling, but had no further comment.

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