Solitary confinement is a very serious issue that is often taken up for debate. Many people have different opinions on this topic. Some people feel that no matter what the crime is, the prisoner should be sent to solitary confinement. I, however, have a different opinion.
              I feel that being sent to solitary confinement shouldn't be for every prisoner. I feel that it should  depend on the crime the prisoner committed. If the prisoner was arrested something minor such as drug possession or fraud then that person should not be sent to solitary confinement but if the prisoner was a serial killer or a serial rapist then that person should without a doubt receive solitary confinement.
                The Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment from being used. Many people feel as if solitary confinement gives the prisoner mental torture and therefore violates the Eighth Amendment. I feel that solitary confinement doesn't violate the Eighth Amendment because it doesn't kill the prisoner or physically affect them. My opinion is and will always be that if the prisoner committed the ultimate crime then that person shall solitary confinement, which is one of the ultimate punishments.