Tyler J. Arbuckle v. Warden

Summary

The court dismissed Tyler J. Arbuckle’s case and preliminary injunction motion as moot after he was transferred from Indiana State Prison to Miami Correctional Facility. Because the action sought injunctive relief and there was no indication that Arbuckle was likely to be transferred back, the court dismissed for lack of jurisdiction.

Holdings

1. A prisoner's request for injunctive relief against officials at the original prison is moot after the prisoner is transferred to another prison unless the prisoner demonstrates that he is likely to be retransferred.
2. A claim that is moot must be dismissed for lack of jurisdiction.

Questions Presented

1. Whether Arbuckle's request for preliminary and permanent injunctive relief became moot after he was transferred from Indiana State Prison to another correctional facility without demonstrating a likelihood of retransfer.
2. Whether a moot claim must be dismissed for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction.

Disposition

dismissed