It’s one thing to watch those TV documentaries about life inside of the prison system. But the fact is that, unless you’ve gone to prison in PA you can’t know what it’s like.
Prison is not somewhere you want to discover yourself, and it’s a dangerous home for even tough, life-long criminals. Below are some things to learn before you decide to break the law.
The Food Sucks
It’s no secret that the food that they serve inmates other gross. You can find plenty of items that mirror those that schools feed kids, but it often depends on what mood the warden feels.
It’s also important to understand that much of the food available costs money, something you’ll remain in short supply of for most of your time there. That means not getting snacks between meals and sticking with the oatmeal over the bacon.
Your Bedfellows are Dangerous
Every rumor you’ve ever heard about being inside a prison in PA, and we do mean all of them, remain true. It doesn’t take much to offend one of the other inmates, and they’ll just as soon stab you as they would assault you in any number of ways.
Prisons remain hotspots for gang activity and keeping several factions together in tight quarters quickly turns violent. Unless you enjoy walking around with your head on a swivel, it’s best to not go in the first place.
The Beds Stay Uncomfortable
Your bed is likely going to be an old cot or a cement build-in with a worn-out mattress on it. It wouldn’t be so bad if you were only sleeping on it, but you’ll remain in your cell for hours every day.
And if you think it’s going to be like summer camp, you’re in for a rude awakening. Most cells have at least one other person, and there is never any privacy, even when using the toilet.
It Can Still Get Worse
Many inmates think that they have hit bottom and that there is nothing more they can get regarding punishment. A minor infraction, however, quickly proves them wrong.
If the staff believes you or someone on your floor has contraband, they will tear apart your belongings searching for it. And if you prove to be a danger to others, you’ll likely wind up with harsher company, or solitary confinement.
