Author: jgriffiths
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I’ve Been In Your Shoes: Employment After Prison: Getting a Job Offer Shouldn’t Feel Like a favor
Leaving prison with the best of intentions, I was ready to work hard — but not every employer wants to work with former prisoners, and I learned that firsthand after my release.
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How Does the Biden Order Ending Private Prison Affect You?
President Biden’s order ending private prisons may impact some prisoners.
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What Should You Do If Another Incarcerated Person Demands Money from You or Your Family?
What should you do if another incarcerated person demands money from you or your family? Say no and speak with your family and prison officials.
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Do People Convicted of a Felony Have the Right to Vote After Being Released from Prison?
Do felons have the right to vote after they are released from prison? The answer largely depends on the state where you live.
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What Rights Do Prisoners Have Under the 8th Amendment?
The Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits “cruel and unusual punishment.” But what does that mean for you while you’re in prison? Do prisoners have Eighth Amendment rights?