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O’Connor v Donaldson
A Miscarriage of Justice
F
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August 1971 – U.S. District Court.
Argued in Supreme Court - January 15, 1975
Decided in Supreme Court - June 26, 1975.
People with mental illness should not be imprisoned like criminals, but be
given a chance to connect and live in society just like any other individual.
With proper care and treatment, they can live happy and successful lives,
just like you and I.