Reviewed on: December 22,2015
General Prison Questions-Terminology

Do you think my older brother will grow out of going back to prison

It depends on him.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer December 22,2015 · General Prison Questions-Terminology
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It depends on him. If he wants to break the cycle of being incarcerated, then he will go straight. If he is too institutionalized he will keep going back. You already know this, but he is the only one that can decide, you can't do it for him.
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed December 2015.