Subject: Survive prison
there are no words to describe that first time getting locked up in the holding cell, then the transfer to the county jail, then the transfer to the federal prison... unnerving is an understatement
Subject: Bail & bond questions
Released without a cash bond... "on your recognizance"
Subject: Inmate phone calls
Yes, absolutely!
Subject: Pending criminal charges
Contact the Clerk of the County Court where the charges were filed. This is where the attorneys go for the detailed information about their client's charges
Subject: Inmate search
this forum is for former inmates to answer questions about their experiences firsthand. we don't find charges or bail amounts for individuals. you can try vinelink.com to assist in locating your inmate. the charges and bail can be found at the clerk of the court where the charges were originally filed
Subject: Survive prison
it depends on the severity. most inmates have some form of mental illness or they would have made better choices. if the inmate exhibits an inability to co-exist with the other inmates because of it, they will move to isolate and protect them from any potential harm
Subject: Inmate phone calls
usually about a week. there is an orientation that they must complete before the phones are open to them
Subject: Relationship issues
yes and yes :)... but seriously, there are not many facilities that allow conjugal visits anymore. phone sex sounds great, but it's frustrating because you don't have much privacy at the phone bank... try a sexy letter and selfies
Subject: Inmate search
You should call the facility and ask to speak to your husband's case manager or counselor. They will have the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Subject: Visitation
Inmates can buy "picture tickets" at the commissary. They will take a picture in the visiting room and have it developed off-site. The inmate gets the color print in about a week.
