Prison Pass

Learning that you are going to need glasses to correct your vision wasn’t always accepted in popular and fashionable circles. The times have changed as more and more people are choosing to take an active role in their health. The times of feeling like part of a secret society have adapted to become a new type of standard acceptance. The simplicity that comes from correcting vision issues is outstanding. Many can simply wear prescription glasses or obtain reading glasses to help lessen the strain placed on the eyes. read more

The theory of time is very different in prison than in the free World. The topic of conversation in prison is the same day in and day out, time. Dates and time rule everything in prison.How long is your sentence? When will you see parole?

With all the dates that occupy your mind, there is also a way to break up the monotony of life within the prison walls. As part of the rehabilitation program that prison strives to achieve is the treatment of inmates. Educational programs are high on the list.

With the prison system designed with the theory that rehabilitation is possible and to make positive changes in an inmate’s life now that will affect how they live their lives once released. Equipping inmates with new skills and educational opportunities  might be the thing they need to walk the straight and narrow upon release. read more

Imagine having to live in an 8×8 room with a stranger.  Only this stranger has committed, god only knows what crimes.  Could you deal?  Prisoners have said that you are basically living in a bathroom.  This area contains your toilet as well as your bed and everything for your day to day living.

As a prison inmate, this is your living situation for the course of your stay in prison.  During this time, you really have no choice in your cellmate. Or could there be a way to change this?

What is the process of changing a cellmate?  A prisoner can always ask for a cell change, which would be safer than asking for a new cellmate.  They need to be ready to give a full explanation of why it would be necessary.  One way to ensure a cell change is to get into a fight with your cell partner. Many times, this could be the only way to get the transfer. read more

Recreational marijuana use is now legal in 11 states. It is legal for medicinal use in 33 states. In many of these areas, marijuana use is less frowned upon than single use plastics.

Prior to this trend toward legalization, marijuana has been illegal in the United States for the better part of a century. The Federal Government still designates cannabis as a schedule 1 drug. So while a state may have legalized recreational or medicinal marijuana, it remains illegal under federal law.

Criminalization, of course, implies consequences in the form of arrests, fines, and imprisonment. In practice, these implied consequences have been disproportionately applied to minorities. read more

The thought of going to prison is enough to scare anyone. For a teenager, it can be absolutely terrifying and if you are the parent of a child facing jail time, it can leave you feeling helpless and confused.

Tax Court Ruling

In October of 2002, a mother of two found herself in tax court for claiming both of her children as dependents on her taxes. The issue was whether or not both of her sons qualified as eligible dependents.

She was allowed to claim one son as a dependent because he had lived with her the entire year and she had been his only source of support. Even though she had given money to the other son all year, he was not eligible to be claimed on her taxes. read more

Makeup has been a timeless staple for women around the world, making it a billion-dollar industry, its presence spawning drugstore brands like Covergirl or L’Oreal to cult favorites such as Tom Ford and Armani.

Makeup has a variety of uses in several industries, one of such is the movie industry, helping actors visually into their roles. It has also found its way into a surprising place where most would not consider it.

Surprisingly, there are prison commissaries that offer make-up products although they are far and few in between. read more

It is universally known that hair is a close tie to how a person individualizes. Haircuts, while a significant part of grooming, are also crucial to self-esteem.

In 2019, around 70% of people actively sought haircuts at least twice a month. But what about in prison? Inmates have already lost their freedom. Do they also have to lose how they see themselves?

The answer is a hard no. You may be surprised by the answer, but it’s more complex than most people think.

Rules for Haircuts in Prison

In the U.S., correctional facilities and authorities are required by law to provide proper hygiene and grooming. Moreover, they are required to provide inmates with a haircut at least once a month. However, there are stipulations every prisoner must adhere to. read more

Cats in Prison! That’s right, there are cats in prison! The crimes they commit are simply being unwanted. However; the prison sentence for the kitty is really a life-saving effort on behalf of the furry four-legged felines. It is reported that well over one million cats are euthanized every year due to overcrowding in animal shelters across the country.

So, why send the cats to a prison? As it turns out, saving the life of an unwanted cat can change the life of a convict.

Totally by accident, in 1975, a patient at an Ohio mental hospital found an injured bird. Hospital staff noticed the behavior changes in patients that were helping rehabilitate the injured bird. This is what sparked the great idea for an inmate animal rehabilitation program. read more

The Netflix smash hit The End of the F****ing World follows British 17 year-olds Alyssa and James as they try to outrun the police after James murders a man who attempted to sexually assault Alyssa. This leads to an exciting plot filled with romance, mystery, and dark comedy that ends with a climactic bang! (Literally).

Why were James and Alyssa so afraid? What if their crime had occurred in the United States? Can minors be sent to jail?

Can Minors Be Incarcerated?

The short answer: yes.

The longer answer, however, is a little more complicated. read more

Knitting. A hobby that generations have engaged in over generations to craft meaningful works of art, so when an inmate arrives at prison, does the craft end?

In the blog post, we will cover:

• Knitting in prison, is it allowed?
• How does knitting work in prison?
• What are the benefits of knitting for prisoners?
• Categorizing Knitting: How it fits inside prison.
• How you can get involved.

Yes, Knitting is Allowed in Prison.

Knitting is allowed at most U.S. Correctional Facilities across the country. There are a small handful of maximum-security prisons that ban knitting due to the severity of the crimes the inmates are locked up for. Knitting in prison is actually more common than one would think; in fact, knitting classes are becoming the standard in most prisons today. read more