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You may be up at 2 AM, facing the prospect of incarceration, searching for answers to (what should be) simple questions. Maybe your loved one is struggling to navigate the American prison system. This website was built and is maintained by formerly incarcerated individuals to serve as a resource for white collar justice-impacted people, their families, and friends to answer the questions that kept us and our loved ones up at night.
Unlike other sites that share information on these topics, this site is published simply as an informational resource: we are not prison consultants and our posts are offered with no profit motive. We publish this site simply to help those on this journey, whether you’re looking for information on pre-sentencing, life at a minimum-security prison, re-entry, or anything else related to paying the price for your actions and returning to a productive and pro-social life.
We hope that by sharing our stories and insights, we can help you handle with the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead.
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- What to Know About Federal Prison Camp VisitationFacing time in a minimum-security federal prison camp is an intimidating experience for both the person impacted by the justice system and their family members. The uncertainties, the apprehension about the environment, and being away from family and friends can be distressing. If you or someone you know is preparing for a stint in a … Read more
- What is the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP)?The RDAP, short for Residential Drug Abuse Program, is a rigorous treatment initiative for substance abuse facilitated by the federal Bureau of Prisons. Participants who are actively engaged in the program reside in a specialized therapeutic community, set apart from the main prison populace. They undergo substance abuse sessions for half the day, accumulating to … Read more
- Do I Need to Hire a Prison Consultant?Being charged with a crime by a state or federal agency can be a life-altering experience. The support needed during this challenging time often goes beyond what a criminal defense attorney can provide. The key question becomes: where will you find that support? Will it come from loved ones, a support group, or a prison consultant? … Read more
- Repair Your Personal Search Results PageThose of us who have been involved in the criminal justice system understand there are consequences that extend far beyond the courtroom, and perhaps none is as damaging as the impact legal issues can have on your personal online search results page. In 2023, the importance of your personal online search results page cannot be … Read more
- How to Calculate How Much Time You Will Actually Serve in Federal PrisonOne of the strange complexities of preparing for federal prison is it’s not always clear how much time you’ll serve in prison, even after sentencing. This is largely due to the existence of programs where an incarcerated individual can earn time credits to reduce their period of incarceration. It is these programs, outlined below, that … Read more
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- Who Should Write Your Pre-Sentencing Character Reference Letters?Expertly written character reference letters can play a pivotal role for a defendant facing sentencing. Such … Read more
- How to Send Money to People in Federal PrisonGetting cash to your family or friends behind bars can make a huge difference, letting them … Read more
- What to Bring When You Report to Federal Prison CampMoving into a federal prison setting necessitates extensive readiness and a firm grasp of what belongings … Read more
- Writing a Book While IncarceratedCrafting literature from within the confines of incarceration brings with it distinct challenges and potential rewards. … Read more
- Parenting After Prison: Rebuilding Bonds and Navigating ChallengesJumping back into family life after jail time is like starting a whole new adventure, filled … Read more
- Cultural Reintegration: Adjusting to Changes When Re-Entering from PrisonWithin the context of social reintegration, individuals released from the criminal justice system are confronting more … Read more
- What Happens if You Violate While on Supervised Release?Grasping the repercussions of breaching the conditions of supervised release is essential for both the individuals … Read more
- International Travel With a Criminal RecordHopping from one nation to another with a rap sheet can feel like trekking through a … Read more
- How to Receive a Social FurloughSocial passes, included in family or community visitation schemes by select federal correctional facilities, provide a … Read more
- The Home Confinement Scam: What to KnowIn 2023, tricksters hit a new low, preying on folks behind bars and their families, pulling … Read more
- What is the Solitary Housing Unit (SHU)?Grasping the idea of the Solitary Housing Unit, often known as solitary confinement, is essential. It’s … Read more
- How Do You Receive Magazines While Incarcerated?In the dynamic environment of jails and prisons, providing inmates with magazines serves as a crucial … Read more
- How Much Time Will Changpeng Zhao (CZ) Serve in Prison?Changpeng Zhao, commonly known as CZ, is the founder and former CEO of Binance, the world’s … Read more
- What to Know About Substance Abuse on Federal ProbationGrasping the link between substance abuse and federal probation is critical for those involved with the … Read more
- Tips for Success in RDAPJumping into a **residential drug abuse program**, or RDAP for short, rocks when you’re doing time … Read more
- Tips for Success on Federal ProbationNavigating the intricate world of federal probation successfully involves a deep understanding of the legal framework … Read more
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- What Type of Classes Can I Take When at a Federal Prison Camp?In a federal prison camp, a variety of educational opportunities are made available to the inmates … Read more
- What to Know About Holidays at Federal Prison CampThe incarceration experience during festive seasons can result in pronounced emotional difficulties which may not manifest … Read more
- Accessing News and Current Events in PrisonKeeping up to date with news and current affairs is often undervalued by many. However, for … Read more
- Practicing Religion in Federal PrisonIn the contemporary setting of correctional facilities, minimum-security federal prison camps across the United States are … Read more