In a 43-page ruling, a U.S. District Court judge ruled that "A Muslim prisoner doesn't have to register as Jewish to eat kosher meals that meet Muslim dietary restrictions" and "ordered state prison officials Monday to stop violating the inmate's right to cover his head in accordance with his faith."

The case involves Muslim inmate Ronald Anthony Vashone-Caruso, who "sued the state prison system because he wanted to eat meals that complied with Muslim dietary laws; wear his kufi, or prayer cap, outside his cell; and participate in religious study groups."

The prision officials have not decided if they will appeal the decision.