Tag: Justice System User Manual
What Are the Different Types of Parole?
Parole is a conditional release for prisoners. The laws vary from state-to-state and within the federal system.
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What Is the Release Process for Federal Prison?
At some point, your prison sentence will end and you will be released. When that happens, you do not simply leave the facility. There is a release process for federal prison that you will need to follow.
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What Is a Hardship Transfer Request?
If it’s hard to visit a loved one in prison due to medical issues, you can make a hardship transfer request.
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What Are the Rules of Supervision After Parole?
There are strict rules you must follow after being paroled.
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What Can You Do If Prison Officials Block Prison Family Visits or Phone Calls?
Prison staff can sometimes block family visits or phone calls.
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Do You Have to Get a Mental Health Screening When You Go to Prison?
All prisoners get a mental health screening at intake.
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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 Parole in Federal Prison?
It depends. Only some federal inmates are can get parole. There are other ways to get early release, though.
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Do Prisoners Have First Amendment Rights in Prison?
Prisoners do have some First Amendment rights, but they are limited.
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Do Prisoners Have Fourth Amendment Rights in Prison?
Prisoners don’t have 4th Amendment rights. COs don’t need a warrant or probable cause to search your cell.
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