DeChristopher supporters celebrate activist's removal from solitary confinement

Shea said he's been unable to get any clear answers or explanations from federal prison authorities about DeChristopher's abrupt move into isolated confinement and his sudden return to regular housing.

He has visited with DeChristopher three times since his incarceration, including Sunday  when he was in isolated confinement.

"It is not a place for the light-hearted."

Shea will be in Denver on May 10 arguing an appeal of DeChristopher's federal convictions before the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Asked if he thought if the convictions would be overturned, Shea said he's been an attorney long enough that he doesn't make predictions.

Still, he added, "I feel comfortable with the merits of the case."

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