Category: I’m in Prison
What is Visitation Like in Federal Prison?
Visitation in federal prison has changed immensely since 2020. Visitation was prohibited because of COVID-19.
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What’s the Difference Between General Mail and Legal Mail in Prison?
There are two types of mail in prison: general and special mail. Officers conduct a visual inspection of all mail for contraband.
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The Role of Incarcerated People in the Kentucky Candle Factory Tragedy
Incarcerated people are “working their tails off” to help after the Kentucky candle factory tragedy, but the media narrative stays the same.
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How Do You Keep Busy In Prison?
Yes. While you’re in prison, you’ll want to keep busy. Depending on the prison you’re assigned to, there are different ways that you can stay occupied.
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I’ve Been In Your Shoes: What Are Your First Days in Prison Like?
The first days in prison aren’t any different from your first day at work, school or any other place where you begin a new routine. There are new people, a new landscape and a new setting. It may feel a bit different and strange at first. You may feel lonely and miss your family and friends.
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What Kinds of Jobs Can You Get in Prison?Â
Having a job in prison is not only a requirement, but it can also be a great way to pass your time. There are different jobs available to work while you are in prison that can serve as experience once you are released.Â
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I’ve Been In Your Shoes: Who Works in a Prison and What Do They Do?Â
When you’re going to prison, it’s important to know who you will interact with during your time there. While you will be spending time with other incarcerated people, you will also be interacting with different members of the staff. Who is in charge in prison? What does each person do?
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Why is Mass Incarceration a Public Health Crisis?
Mass incarceration is a public health crisis. This was true before the COVID-19 pandemic and will be true afterwards as well.
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What Workplace Protections Exist for Incarcerated Workers?
There are a variety of workplace protections in place for workers in the United States, but none of them have helped incarcerated people.
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What is Qualified Immunity?
Qualified immunity is something that judges created to make it harder to sue police officers, prison guards and other government officials.
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