Menard Corr - solitary confinement

To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Illinois Freedom of Information Act., I hereby request the following records:

I hope this request finds you in good spirits. I request that a copy of the following documents [or documents containing the following information] be provided to me that pertains to Menard Correctional Center:

* Number of inmates placed in solitary confinement (aka: isolation, segregation, RH, restrictive housing) monthly and yearly.
* Reasons for inmates placed in solitary confinement and percentage of each reason (aggregate, monthly, and yearly).
* Total length of time inmates are in solitary confinement (both individual and aggregate, average).
* Type of release from solitary confinement (i.e., parole, discharge, death).

Please provide the records requested above for June 2023 to June 2024.

In the event that there are fees, please inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request be filled electronically to avoid burden and costs.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Laurel King Russell