What is the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP)?
If you're going to prison, one of the things you might not know about yet but will want to is the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP).
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Explainer: Courts, Prisoners and Forced Vaccination
In essence, courts have forced prisoners to get the COVID-19 vaccination. But you won't see that on social media or in the news. Why?
What Are the Four Phases of the Residential Drug Abuse Program?
The Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) has four phases. These phases are orientation, core, transition and aftercare.
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.
I’ve Been In Your Shoes: Who Works in a Prison and What Do They Do?
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?
Do Prisons Provide Health Status Updates on an Incarcerated Person?
Prisons usually won't update you on the health status of a prisoner, except in specific circumstances.
Could the Emergency Community Supervision Act Impact Your Prison Sentence?
Yes. Lawmakers proposed the “Emergency Community Supervision Act” in the U.S. House of Representatives this year. The goal of the bill is to reduce prison populations during pandemics.
What Rights Do Prisoners Have in Supermax Prisons?
You do not lose your constitutional rights in supermax prisons. But these facilities place many restrictions on your life. These prisons limit your movement.
What If Your Loved One Isn’t Getting Necessary Medical Care in Prison?
If your loved one isn't getting the medical care they need in prison, you may want to do everything you can to help. Here's how you can.
Do You Have a Right to Personal Hygiene in Prison?
People in prison have a right to personal hygiene.