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Can my father, who is in prison, sign his house over to me? I don't know when he will be released.

Yes, a prisoner is allowed to sign a legal document transferring ownership of their house. You still need to go through all the usual steps.

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What can I do if my partner who is serving a life sentence is being denied the right to request parole and the right to adequate health care?

You could lay a complaint at the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS).

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Can prisoners claim UIF and provident funds from prison?

Prisoners may claim from the provident fund but not the UIF.

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