Kodak Black Suing Prison for Denying Him Access to Rabbi

  • Kodak Black is suing the prison facility he is in for denying him his right to practice his religion.
  • While in prison Kodak became a Black Hebrew Israelite.
  • He changed his name to Bill Kahen Blanco. His middle name is an alternative spelling of 'Kohen.' Kohen means Jewish priest.
  • He is suing the prison because they will not let him consult with a Rabbi.
  • While in-person visits with spiritual leaders were placed on hold due to COVID-19, it is unclear if phone consultations with spiritual leaders are also on hold.
  • He would be suing under the First Amendment right to practice religion.
  • Photo: Getty

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