Reviewed on: November 28,2020
Sentencing Questions

How long do they keep you at RDC

Reception & Diagnostic Center (RDC) is where an inmate is first processed for their sentence in state prison.
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✓ Verified answer November 09,2020 · Sentencing Questions
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Reception & Diagnostic Center (RDC) is where an inmate is first processed for their sentence in state prison. The intake process includes full medical, psychological, educational, and vocational examinations. This could take a couple of weeks to several months depending on the inmate, their sentence length, previous criminal history, current behavior, and bed space at their designated location where they will be housed for the balance of their sentence.

Accepted Answer Date Created: November 09,2020
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