California Inmate Files Suit for Sex-Change Operation

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California Inmate Files Suit for Sex-Change Operation

http://www.avvo.com/news/california-inmate-files-suit-for-sex-change-operation--1406.html
4/25/11

A California prisoner who has been diagnosed with gender identity disorder wants the state to pay for a sex-change operation.

The Los Angeles Times reports that a lawsuit filed on behalf of 42-year-old Lyralisa Stevens claims the state should be required to pay for her operation to become female over concerns for her safety. Stevens is currently being housed in an all-male facility. In court filings, her psychotherapist said she had "grave concerns' for Stevens' safety.