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Nature of Suit Code: 530
Nature of Suit: Prisoner Petitions - Habeas Corpus
Cause of Action: 28:2254 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (State)

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UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT

EASTERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA

MICHAEL REED DORROUGH, )

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Petitioner, )

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M. RUFF, et al., )

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Respondents. )

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ORDER VACATING FINDINGS AND

RECOMMENDATION

[Doc. #3]

Petitioner is a state prisoner proceeding pro se with a petition for writ of habeas corpus

pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2254. 

On January 4, 2008, the undersigned issued a Findings and Recommendation that

recommended the petition be dismissed for failure to allege grounds that would entitle Petitioner to

relief. The Findings and Recommendation was served on all parties and contained notice that any

objections were to be filed within thirty (30) days of the date of service of the order. 

On January 24, 2008, Petitioner timely filed objections to the Findings and Recommendation.

Petitioner argues his petition in fact challenges the fact or duration of his confinement because his

placement in the Secured Housing Unit (“SHU”) precludes him from participating in programs

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which would shorten his sentence. He further argues his classification as a gang member or associate

gang member guarantees he will never be considered for release from prison. In light of his

objections, it appears Petitioner’s claims may be cognizable in a habeas corpus action.

Accordingly, the Findings and Recommendation issued January 4, 2008, are hereby

VACATED.

IT IS SO ORDERED.

Dated: February 13, 2008 /s/ Sandra M. Snyder 

icido3 UNITED STATES MAGISTRATE JUDGE

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