This depends on your finances. If money is no object $300 would be a decent amount to get all the essentials from the commissary and have some money on the phone account too. They "need" a pair of sneakers, a radio and some brand name toiletries that the facility doesn't provide.

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

Released without a cash bond... "on your recognizance" 

Yes, absolutely!

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

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

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

usually about a week. there is an orientation that they must complete before the phones are open to them

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  

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.