Archive for December, 2009

What is the difference between jail and prison?

I was just watching Police Women of Broward County and Anna said that this person will be sent away to either jail of prison. What’s the difference between the two?
A jail is run by the county, a prison by the state.
A jail houses persons awaiting trial, and for those who have been found guilty in [...]

My boyfriend is in Ryan Correctional Facility in detroit michigan?

My boyfriend is in Ryan Correctional Facility in detroit michigan and his security level is 1 i was wondering if anyone knew when he would be able to call me? Thank you for your help.
get a different bf.

How often are inmates in the Florida County jail allowed to make phone calls?

How often are the inmates in the Bay County Jail in Panama City Florida allowed to make calls?
I am a couple counties over from you and they are allowed to make calls as long as it’s not lockdown and as long as they have money on their phone card. I cant give you a [...]

What’s the difference between the conditions in jail and the conditions in prison?

I know the difference as far as jail is less than a year where prison is long term………
but how do the conditions inside jails compare to the conditions inside prisons?
The prisons are cleaner, they are more organized, having people engage in activities, better medical care.GED, better food, more escape proof, and some even make [...]

Is it possible for ex convicts to become licensed and or certified in trades after incarceration?

Where can I find information on this topic? I know people who are convicted of crimes can be discharged from prison and get an education from a college, but are they able to get certified or licensed at a trade school?
I don’t know but I hope so. I feel many people like this need help.

How is education going to improve an inmates re entry into society?

If inmates receive an education while serving prison time, what benefits will they face upon release from prison? Will they be able to obtain an entry level job without discrimination? Will they ultimately return to prison because of lack of jobs?
It indicates to a potential employer that although the person made a mistake, they are [...]

Can I get back supprt reduced because of prison incarceration?

I’ve spent a considerable amount of time in the California State Prison System. I find that I owe a lot of back child supprt. I am trying to straighten my life out, but with this enormous debt, it puts me in a diverse situation. Is there any way to get the back support reduced because [...]

How much does it cost to execute a Death Row inmate?

I know what it costs to house a death row inmate, which is roughly the same as a regular one, which is around 20 grand, but what does it cost to physically kill him. How much does it cost to ride the lightning, breathe in the gas chamber, be injected with lethal liquids, be hanged, [...]

What are the dangers of jail breaking an ipod touch and what are the good things?

I’m looking into jail breaking my ipod touch and I just want to know if it is very dangerous and what the danger is. I would also like to know a sample of what you can do if your ipod touch is jail broken.
ok heres the thing, i fully reccomend you do it
make sure your [...]

How much does it cost to build a Correctional Facility?

I need to know the estimated cost to build an 8000 sq ft Correctional Facility. If you have any information as to where I can find this please let me know. Thank you.
R.S. Means, now Cost works, will give you a square foot cost.
You can find this at a public library