The case of Scott Ortiz: a clash between criminal justice and public health

<p>Abstract</p> <p>The criminal justice system creates particular challenges for persons with HIV and Hepatitis C, many of whom have a history of injection drug use. The case of Scott Ortiz, taken from public trial and sentencing transcripts, reveals the manner in which incarcerati...

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Main Authors: Tobia Maria S, Razvi Asiya M, Venters Homer D, Drucker Ernest
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-07-01
Series:Harm Reduction Journal
Online Access:http://www.harmreductionjournal.com/content/3/1/21