Author: David Straughan

When Will Prisoners Get the COVID Vaccine?

People around the country are getting their coronavirus vaccinations. But when will prisoners get the COVID vaccine? Let’s take a look.

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How Can You Learn If Your Loved One’s Prison Had a Coronavirus Outbreak?

COVID-19 is sweeping through America’s prisons. How to find out if there has been a coronavirus outbreak at your loved one’s prison.

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How Do You Check on the Status of Your Loved One in Prison?

You have a number of ways to check on the status of your loved one in prison.

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Can You Talk to Your Loved One’s Lawyer About Their Status in Prison?

Yes. But they can only tell you things if your loved one gave them permission to say them.

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Can You Challenge the Decision to Put You in Solitary Confinement?

You cannot challenge a decision to put you in solitary confinement. But you can file a lawsuit.

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Can You Get an Education After Being Released from Prison?

Yes. You can get an education after you leave prison. But you will have to complete the steps to take new classes.

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Can You Be Notified When Your Loved One Is Released?

No. The only exception is if you are a victim of or a witness to the crime that put them in prison.

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What Is “Gate Money” and What Can You Use It For?

In some states, when you leave prison, you will receive gate money. This is money that is given to you upon release in the form of cash, a check or a debit card.

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Can Someone with a Felony Conviction Be on a Jury?

In some places, you can serve on a jury if you’re a felon. Here’s where those places are and what you should do if you get a jury summons.

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Where to Find a Job After Prison

Finding a job after prison can be challenging, but it is possible.

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