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Jail Denies Treatment

Two inmates filed a class action lawsuit against Whatcom County in Washington state, claiming the jail denies inmates treatment for their opioid addictions in violation of the American with Disabilities Act.

SEATTLE (CN) -- Two inmates filed a class action lawsuit against Whatcom County in Washington state Wednesday, claiming the jail denies inmates treatment for their opioid addictions in violation of the American with Disabilities Act.

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