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Nevada CURE files, approximately 1998 to 2009

Level of Description

Series

Identifier

I

Scope and Contents

Records in this series are comprised of administrative and research files documenting the formation of Nevada CURE as an organization and the creation of the Spartacus Project Report from approximately 1998 to 2001. Materials include correspondence between Mercedes Maharis and various individuals, such as attorneys in Nevada representing inmates on legal cases, as well as organizations, such as the Nevada Department of Prisons. Records in this series also includes copies of inmate medical records and copies of the Spartacus Project Report. This series also includes copies of the Las Vegas Tribune which contain specific articles about issues related to the Nevada prison system.

Date

1998 to 2009

Extent

4.00 Cubic Feet (4 boxes)
5.60 Linear Feet
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00799
Collection Name: Nevada CURE Records
Box/Folder: N/A

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. Access to this series is restricted to onsite use only and reproductions of any kind are not permitted (photocopies, photographs, scans, etc.). Collection is open for unrestricted research use after January 1, 2040 per donor agreement.

Arrangement

Materials remain in the order they were received.

English