Kahn wrote that he has been in solitary confinement since July 24. He attached paperwork signed by the jail director that indicates Kahn was placed in solitary confinement as the result of a “safety and security threat.”

Kahn claims that he was deemed such a threat because jailers believe the Quran is a violent book and because Kahn had used religious expressions that “alarmed” jail staff. He wrote that his first amendment rights to freedom of speech and religion are being violated.

Kahn also wrote that he has recently been disallowed from showering before his evening prayer, which he says is required to practice his faith. He argued the lack of access to evening showers is a show of “pure hate.”

Kahn was arrested in November 2016 by federal agents and Casper police after a months-long investigation. He was later charged in a federal case that alleges he improperly distributed prescription drugs. He has been representing himself in a series of appeals filed since July, when his lawyers withdrew from the case. The reason for their withdrawal is not clear, because documents relating to the withdrawal are under court seal.

The appeals, written by hand and mailed from the jail, note that Kahn is representing himself on a temporary basis and has not waived his right to a lawyer.