An inmate has physically attacked another cellmate on two occasions, causing serious injury in the most recent assault. Following a hearing, it is decided to place him in isolation for one month. This is an example of:

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Disciplinary segregation is used as a punishment for inmates who violate prison rules, such as by assaulting another inmate. In this case, the inmate's placement in isolation for a month following a hearing for attacking a cellmate is a form of disciplinary action.

An Inmate Has Physically Attacked Another Cellmate on Two Occasions