The U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Damon Landor against state prison officials in Louisiana. Landor sought to sue the officials for forcibly shaving his head, which included the removal of his dreadlocks.
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Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit Over Inmate's Head Shaving Incident
The U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit from Damon Landor, who aimed to sue Louisiana state prison officials for the forced shaving of his head, including his dreadlocks. The decision was made public on June 23, 2026.
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Supreme Court Bars Lawsuit After Prison Guards Shaved Inmate’s Dreadlocks
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