ACLU files another lawsuit over denial of Native American prisoners’ religious rights at ACI

By: Christopher Shea

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: February 13, 2026

Words: 589

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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Five Native American men being held in maximum security at Rhode Island’s Adult Correctional Institutions in Cranston claim state prison officials have repeatedly denied their ability to practice their religion.

Which is why they’re now suing the Rhode Island Department of Corrections in U.S. District Court in Providence in order to hold pipe ceremonies, sweat lodge ceremonies, smudging ceremonies, drum circles and powwows.

The 38-page complaint was filed Wednesday on behalf of Jaquontee Reels, …

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