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According to reports, the inmate, 24-year-old Malik Avila, was serving a sentence of 10 years to life after being convicted of the murder of Joseph Jarratt. Avila reportedly took the life of Jarratt in Dayton back in May of 2018, and was only 17 years old at the time of the crime. Despite his young age, Avila was convicted of second-degree murder and charged as an adult.
Considering his young age, many Las Vegas citizens are questioning why Avila passed away suddenly. An autopsy has been requested, but no cause of death or information has been provided to the public yet.
Only a few weeks prior to this incident, an inmate from Ely State Prison also passed away under uncertain circumstances. This inmate, 44-year-old Angela Rubalcava, died on November 13th. She was serving out a 96–240-month prison sentence for habitual criminal activity. Rubalcava became an inmate in April of 2017. No details have been released concerning this inmate’s death, but an autopsy was also requested to identify Rubalcava’s cause of death.
The loss of life is always tragic, but it’s not always preventable, especially in conditions like local jails or prisons. In Las Vegas, it’s crucial to understand that all inmates are afforded specific protection under the Eighth Amendment of the Constitution. This Amendment prohibits the use of cruel and unusual punishment for individuals convicted of crimes. Over the years, courts have interpreted this to mean that inmates have the right to:
If you or a loved one is currently serving out time in a Las Vegas correctional facility and you believe a rights violation may have taken place, then it’s important to get in touch with an attorney as soon as possible. Considering an inmate’s status, it’s often difficult to secure the right evidence to prove their claims, and it’s often a challenge going up against highly respected correctional officers and prison operators.
Here at LV Criminal Defense, our team is dedicated to ensuring our clients’ rights are upheld, even as convicted inmates. Our team was founded over ten years ago in 2015 by leading lawyer Nick Woolridge with the goal of serving clients in the Las Vegas area. Attorney Woolridge has been licensed to practice law for over 20 years, and he’s currently a Top 100 Trial Lawyer of America.
We’re prepared to fully advocate and fight for you. Schedule your free case evaluation with our team now by leaving your contact details on our online form.
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