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Sentencing Questions
How do I figure my inmate's sentence?
If your inmate got a 24-month sentence in state prison, there is a likelihood that they were granted "good time" credits before the sentence started.…

If your inmate got a 24-month sentence in state prison, there is a likelihood that they were granted "good time" credits before the sentence started. The norm is 15%. If that is correct, then the inmate serves 85% of 24 months or 20.4 months. If they have already served 11 months, there are less than 10 months remaining.
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ICE-Immigration Enforcement
What does it mean when you have an immigration federal hold ?
The federal immigration hold means that there is a warrant for some reason. The hold notifies the facility to not release the person, but instead to transfer…

The federal immigration hold means that there is a warrant for some reason. The hold notifies the facility to not release the person, but instead to transfer them to federal custody at the end of the jail term. An immigration hold may be placed after either a random check by ICE officers (who sometimes visit jails and interview inmates or after being notified by the law enforcement agency detaining the person. When DHS places a hold,  state law enforcement agencies are...
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Commissary
When can an inmate order his commissary and how long does it take for him to get it?
Inmates can get commissary once per week provided they have money on their account.…

Inmates can get commissary once per week provided they have money on their account. Sometimes, the order is filled same-day, others it 1-2 day from submittal of the order form. Once the inmate goes through orientation, they can make a phone list and begin calling (again, they'll need money on their books).
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Commissary
How often do the women inmates get to shop for canteen at Leath Correctional Facility???
Once per week…

Once per week
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Send Inmate Mail
How many photos can I send at one time?
There is no limit to the number of photos that may be sent into most facilities, but since we don't know where your inmate is incarcerated, we would recommend…

There is no limit to the number of photos that may be sent into most facilities, but since we don't know where your inmate is incarcerated, we would recommend calling the institution first and find out if there are any limits
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Bail & Bond Questions
Why would the bail people tell me it wouldn’t be worth writing a bond for my fiance?
We are focused on the sentence, "the bail people said it wouldn't be worth it".…

We are focused on the sentence, "the bail people said it wouldn't be worth it". Depending on the conditions for the bail as set by the magistrate at the arraignment, the bail bondsman's reply sounds like they are weighing their risk. The bonding company must guarantee the court that your fiance will appear for all court dates. If the amount is too high, or the court thinks the offender is a flight risk, either they feel he might flee or they know something (not...
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Relationship Issues
How can I find out how much money my fiancé has on the phone?
The only way to find out is by asking your fiance.…

The only way to find out is by asking your fiance. The inmate's privacy is protected. There is no disclosing how much money is on their books, how much phone time they've used, who is putting money on their books, who they are talking to, or who are visiting. 
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Send Inmate Mail
Are you allowed to receive Christmas cards at Trousdale?
Yes, inmates may receive Christmas cards, however, the store-bought versions are becoming disallowed as the fancy artwork often includes sparkles and raised…

Yes, inmates may receive Christmas cards, however, the store-bought versions are becoming disallowed as the fancy artwork often includes sparkles and raised lettering that the prisons will NOT allow. InmateAid has made sending Greeting Cards into federal, state and county facilities easy and legit. Go to the holiday selection page and for only $0.99 each, your inmate will have a beautiful card that they will receive at mail-call with your loving message.
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Pending Criminal Charges
If i have a bench warrant can i visit my son in jail?
If the case is still pending, and the warrant is currently in effect you will definitely be detained.…

If the case is still pending, and the warrant is currently in effect you will definitely be detained.
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Prison Rumors & Jail Scams
Do all inmates have access to their personal email and or the internet?
NO, there is no internet access for any inmate in any prison or jail.…

NO, there is no internet access for any inmate in any prison or jail. The only way they can get it is by having a smuggled smartphone, which if caught carries server penalties including the possibility of more prison time. 
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Release Questions
How can I calculate the approximate release date of my inmate?
We're figuring the sentence is about 35 months, and normally they get an automatic 15% good time credit.…

We're figuring the sentence is about 35 months, and normally they get an automatic 15% good time credit. Therefore, 85% of that would be 29.75 months. Guessing the release date somewhere at March 2021
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Prison Rumors & Jail Scams
What are the factors of an inmate buying or selling drugs?
They need some form of money to buy or service to trade for the drugs.…

They need some form of money to buy or service to trade for the drugs. It could be commissary items or they could "work for" the dealer as inmates do chores and other things for money.
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Prison Rumors & Jail Scams
What are signs that my husband in jail is using my money to buy and sell drugs?
One sign would be asking you to put money on another inmate's account.…

One sign would be asking you to put money on another inmate's account. Another would be asking you to give money to someone on the outside for unexplained reasons. What behavior or signals are making you suspicious?
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Marriage in Prison
What is the first step in getting approved to get married in jail?
The inmate has to get permission first.…

The inmate has to get permission first. Have him meet with his counselor to see if he is even eligible. There are very few facilities that allow marriage in prison.
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Marriage in Prison
Is there away to have someone marry us while hes locked up?
Yes, but it depends on the facility, the amount of time left in your loved one's sentence, their behavior in prison. …

Yes, but it depends on the facility, the amount of time left in your loved one's sentence, their behavior in prison. 
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