Category: Finances
Do You Need To Prepare Financially For Prison?
Yes. It is a good idea to prepare financially for prison. There are resources to help you get your finances in order before you go to prison.
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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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“JPay Sucks.” Here’s Why You’re Not the Only Person Who Thinks So.
If you’re visiting How to Justice, you’ve probably already said it: “JPay sucks.” You’re not alone, but it’s a hard problem to fix.
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How Do You Go About About Filing Taxes When Incarcerated?
Your obligations keep going — even if you’re in prison. With tax season in full swing, how do you go about filing taxes when incarcerated?
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Who Are the People Who Need to Know You’re in Prison?
It’s hard to know who to trust, especially if you’re going to prison. Who are the people who need to know you’re in prison?
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How Can You Make Sure Your Bills Are Paid in Prison?
Your bills don’t stop coming just because you are in prison. If you don’t prepare, you might leave incarceration with massive debt. But there are ways that you can make sure your bills are paid while you’re in prison.
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Can You Refuse to Work a Job When You’re in Prison?
Yes, unless they have a valid reason not to. People in prison with disabilities will be assigned jobs that they can manage. The BOP considers work to be part of the rehabilitation process.
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Do I Need to Pay My Student Loans While I Am in Jail or Prison?
No. You will still owe money on your student loans while you are in jail or prison. But you can qualify for payment plans that reduce your payments to $0 while you are in prison.
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Will the Incarcerated Get a Stimulus Check?
Most inmates are eligible to get a stimulus check.
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What Types of Jobs Can You Get Paid for in Prison?
Yes. Prisoners do get paid for working while in prison. But they don’t get paid much.
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