Hi all!

We now have an Introduction forum for new members of the Military Prison & UCMJ Forum!

If you are new to our Forum, please drop by the Introduction Forum and introduce yourself.

If you are a member who has been with us awhile, please drop in and reintroduce yourself to the PTO Family!

Patti

Hey, my name is Krystle and my fiance is currently incarcerated at Ft. Sill Army Regional Correctional Facility in Ft. Sill, OK. He was sentenced to 28months but has his first chance at parole at his parole hearing scheduled for June 1, 2006. And if granted parole, he will be released June 15, 2006. The odds are looking definetly in favor for him coming home in June. He is doing all that he can and I'm proud of him for not getting into any trouble (thats a hard one for him :rolleyes: ) I have been a member for a little over a month now and have gotten pretty familiar with the Military Justice system. I also found information on the Ft. Sill Army RCF....took a while but I finally found GREAT information. I really wish the Military Prison & UMCJ will become just as active as all the other forums! So welcome everyone there is lots of love and support here! :thumbsup:

Krystle, Welcome Aboard!

Good to have you here! Hopefully we can get this forum up and running!

Patti

Hello, I am Josh. I am an O-4 in the US Army, transfering to the USAF to join the USAF Special Tactics. I am currently rated as a Special Reaction Teams member and an officer in the 500th MP Det; Ft Leavenworth, KS. I'm glad to answer any questions and maybe act as a buffer between the 709th MP's and yourself if your having an issue. I obviously can't pass messages, grant special privledges or even acknowledge the inmate to tell him I know his wife/finance/girlfriend/significant other. I wont act as the liason between yourself and commander or pass messages/give a good word on Soandso Smith's behalf.

I can however work with the 709th to be a bit more flexible on requested special visits, I can answer any relavent USDB/UCMJ/Military Prison questions. I can do my best to make things more accessible between you and your loved one; without directly stepping into the line of fire where I really have no place or authority. I can provide phone numbers to liasons that the military put into place to help you.

Usual corrections duties are normally handled by the 709th, as we await the creation of a couple new things within it the 500th has been asked to provide the SRT for day to day operations.

Feel free to pass along any questions or concerns via pm or in a thread here, I'll do my best to answer them and if I dont have the answer I will find someone who does.

Hello, my name is Sean-David- and I am looking to get in touch with a good friend of mine that I believe is still at the RCF at Ft. Lewis. I have tried to contact the RCF by phone and email and both seem not to be working.

HOOAH, I'm Susan and my spouse is confined to the USDB, Ft Leavenworth. He has served 6 months of a 20 years sentence. He served as an NCO in the USArmy for 19 years and 9 months before the allegations against him. I am an NCO in the Reserves. I'm a wife, a mom, a nurse/medic, and still a soldier (no matter what they say...LOL) Despite all the turmoil in our lives over the last year and a half, no matter how hard I try, I cant "hate" that big ole green machine , the Army. I was born into it, raised in it, married to it, and joined it. Not a single day of my life has the Army not clothed and fed me. But, boy, it's messed up in some areas. We are still fighting my husband's case and will continue to as long as we can. We are fortunate as we are still receiving pay and benefits for the mean time. I learn something new every day regarding JAG, UCMJ and confinement, so its definately not my area of expertise (but, thats why I have you guys!) Im pretty familiar with other areas of the military, so let me know if I can help out. I still refer to my hubby by his rank (ticks the DB off) but after 20 years, I just cant say "Inmate". (That's about as rebellious as I get.) I can definately tell what NOT to do before a court martial. I was the biggest pain in the government counsel's rear, because I refused to see things their way. Im still paying the price. BUT, this too shall pass. Im hurt, Im lonely, Im MAD, Im strong. I do however, feel this site has been a wonderful resource for support. Anyway, nice to meet you all.
~Left, Right, Breath~Repeat

Susan,
Hello and Welcome to the Military Justice Forum. I've been reading your posts and they are full of great information. Thank you! I'm glad you found the forum and hope you find the answers you are looking for. We're all here to support each other in whatever way we can and share our experiences with the military justice system. Feel free to join in wherever the spirit moves you. Hang in there!

~Lisa.

HI all,
My name is Kimberly and my husband is incarcerated at Ft. Sill Army Regional Correctional Facility in Ft. Sill, OK. He was sentenced to 14 months. His parole is scheduled for August, or so they tell me. i am not sure about it though. If it is granted, he will be home September 15th, 2006. He is doing everything he can to make it happen. I was told that he has already earned 73+1 days... not that I know what that means lol. He isn't likely to get in trouble, he is a goody goody. He never even had a speeding ticket in his 18 year career with the military. We took this deal on advice from coucil and his commmander due to the fact that we could not prove he was not where they said he was. I myself think he should have went to trial but then again I guess he is right 14 months facing a 20 year sentence... just all confusing to me.
Thanks for listening to me ramble!

Welcome to PTO Kimberly!

The judicial system military or civilian can be so confusing and heartbreaking, but with the support and knowledge here at PTO helps make it bearable.

Again I am happy that you have found our family and Welcome to the PTO family!

Patti

Thank You!!!!

Sorry, I'm slow sometimes! Welcome Kimberly! And feel free to ramble at will. We're here to help, be it with information or with just an ear to listen or a shoulder to lean on. I'm glad you found us.

Lisa.

Hi, my name is Toni and my youngest son is serving his time at Fort Lewis Regional Correctional Facility in Washington State, he has been there since October 2005 and his parole date is scheduled for Feb. 13, 2007. His Lawyer is currently working on a clemency hearing for a reduction in time Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

Welcome Mikels mom!

Glad to have you with us!

Patti

Hi, My son's clemency hearing didn't result in anything. But not suprised not much faith in his attorney in the first place. But my son and I still have hope that his parole hearing will go fine and he will be released in Feb.13, 2007. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers that is what keeps us going through this trying time.

Hello everyone,

I am so happy that i found this site. My boyfriend was just sentenced to 5 months in Confinement at the Camp Humphreys Brig in Korea

I do not know much about it and I am in the military myself. All I know is I miss him terrible and I can't stand the pain. I cried myself to sleep last night for the first time in a long time. If there is anyone out there that has any info on Camp Humphreys I would be grateful to hear it. I have no address to write to him or anything. I know it has only been one day, but I am going crazy!

:(

Nat, Welcome to PTO!

Take a deep breath and try to regroup. This is the hardest part the not knowing. Once you two are writing at least that part becomes easier to deal with.

I just did a quick search for info on Camp Humphreys and did not come up with much. When I get home from work I will look around on the internet again for info.

Hang in there,

Patti

Hi my name is Renee. I was a former inmate @ Miramar brig for 6 months until april 06, and my fiance is @ Ft. Sill RCF for 30 months. I stumbled upon this place and it seems and shows it is a great support for others. Support is what our loved ones need. I know because when i was incarcerated I was pregnant with our first child and that was hard. I gave birth to our son 3 weeks ago it was very hard going thru all this alone w/ out him by my side. Me and talk when he can call. His parole board with the facility is this month. His actual parole board in D.C is in Sept. I pray he is released soon, so we can be a family. I am looking for some info on ft. sill visitation if any has any for me please private message me so i can ask you some questions that would be great thank you so much. And everyone is doing a great job of supporting each other

hi dollface06,

welcome to PTO! congratulations on your release from prison, your upcoming marriage, and the birth of your son!

i think there is some info on ft sill in another thread:

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=146796

and try here:

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=152833

for the parole hearing in DC, my own inmate is up for parole in august, so after the hearing at the prison on thursday, i was instructed to call the naval clemency & parole board in DC with regularity beginning two weeks from thursday so that i can make sure that his parents and i get sent the information to get approved to make a personal appearance and also to get the actual scheduled date for the hearing. i don't know what branch your fiance is in or if you're even going to try to make an appearance (i hear that maybe only navy/marine corps allow this? possibly army?), but here's the thread for info on that:

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=206340

hang in there, girl! you'll be all right because you have lots of support here!

xoxo k

Hi NatNat28,

My son was confined at Camp Humphries last year, before he was shipped state side, he was treated well there, we never were able to get an address, but he was able to call us if we sent him a calling card, they are not to expensive we bought ours here at Walmart and gave him the number to use it helped out a lot. Good luck with your boyfriend.
Mikels Mom

Thank You for the support it helps out alot, ecspecially when I am down. My fiance is in the ARMY if you need help with ARMY stuff I can do that. I havent heard anything from his board thru the commanding officer at the facility, but his big board in D.C. is still in Sept so that what we are looking at. Thanks again to all and God Bless

Nat, welcome to PTO! Glad you found the military forum. If there isn't anything posted yet about Camp Humphreys, someone will probably come up with some information for you. Hang in there hon. Five months will fly by before you know it and you'll be together again.
~Lisa

Hello, I am Josh. I am an O-4 in the US Army, transfering to the USAF to join the USAF Special Tactics. I am currently rated as a Special Reaction Teams member and an officer in the 500th MP Det; Ft Leavenworth, KS. I'm glad to answer any questions and maybe act as a buffer between the 709th MP's and yourself if your having an issue. I obviously can't pass messages, grant special privledges or even acknowledge the inmate to tell him I know his wife/finance/girlfriend/significant other. I wont act as the liason between yourself and commander or pass messages/give a good word on Soandso Smith's behalf.

I can however work with the 709th to be a bit more flexible on requested special visits, I can answer any relavent USDB/UCMJ/Military Prison questions. I can do my best to make things more accessible between you and your loved one; without directly stepping into the line of fire where I really have no place or authority. I can provide phone numbers to liasons that the military put into place to help you.

Usual corrections duties are normally handled by the 709th, as we await the creation of a couple new things within it the 500th has been asked to provide the SRT for day to day operations.

Feel free to pass along any questions or concerns via pm or in a thread here, I'll do my best to answer them and if I dont have the answer I will find someone who does.
It is the 705th that runs the USDB not the 709th. Anyone who has been to FT Leavenworth for more than a minute knows that. I think this guy is full of it about who he is and where he works although he did get the 500th right.

Hello all! I am married to an army private, having been kicked out recently myself. My husband is going to a general court martial this coming week and his attorney turned in a plea bargain for a year sentence that has supposedly been approved. The word is also that he will likely be sent to Ft Sill. Any information that anyone could provide for me on visitation, good behavior days, etc. would be greatly appreciated as I know nothing of these things. Thank you.

also, forgot to mention that I am eight months pregnant now, by the time he is sentenced and makes it home to the states (been in iraq for a bit now), we will have a new baby girl here. I was wondering (since he hasn't been home for ANY of the pregnancy and obviously won't be able to attend the birth) if they will at least let him hold his new daughter??? how so i get him calling cards? does he get an account there? help! I know nothing!

My son is in the Lejeune Brig and at all of the visits I see Fathers holding there children. I am happy to see that they allow this because they have been known to stop the inmates from holding hands with girlfriends or wifes from accross the table and even though we have visited in a area where we have been able to sit next to one another most visits are very cold, a hug upon arival and a hug upon leaving otherwise we sit across the table. I know they have rules for a reason but it is hard.
Good luck to you and welcome to P.T.O.

I was looking at the Navy confinment manual and found something about visitation. I would have pasted it here but my crappy computer wouldn't allow me to. If you go to the site below and bring up the 1640 s.c. and then go to page 268 or chapter 8 page 38, in paragraph B you will find a blurb about holding infants. I know it is a navy/usmc manual but I would imagine it would hold true for all branches of the service.

http://www.combatindex.com/mil_docs/secnav_1600.html

Good Luck,
Mombert

I can't seem to pull it up properly. I can find 1600 7c and some other stuff, maybe I'm completely blind, but I can't seem to find it. His CM is set to happen in about an hour (he's getting his in Iraq). I don't know how I will know what his sentence is. Will he be able to call and let me know, you think? They are taking him to the detention facility in Kuwait until his transfer back to the states, during which time his sentence will be finalized. Apparently this takes at least a month?? Does that sound right? That he doesn't know his sentence till then? Thank you ALL for your replies, quick help and kind words. I will keep you posted on anything I find interesting (as well as how things go). Thank you again.

if you just click on the link in my last post and download 1640.9B, then go to the chapter and the page in the chapter. It took me a while to figure it out too! The goverment likes to complicate things sometimes. The good news is it says right there in black and white inmates are alowed to hold infant children.
Mombert

Mombert, YOU ROCK!!! Thank you so much! That is wonderful news! He had his court martial on monday. They said they accepted the plea bargain that capped his sentence at 12 months, but the judge recommended 18. I hope that doesn't mean that he just got screwed, but knowing the military, I know it is entirely possible. So now he should be (haven't heard from him) in a detention facility in Kuwait. Have to wait on his final sentencing as well as waiting on him to be sent stateside. I am hoping and praying for Ft Sill, please keep your fingers crossed for me -- it's the absolute closest one, everything else is at least 12 hours away!! I hope that he gets to call when he gets stateside so we can know he is in his final temporary boarding house (detention facility stateside). BTW, anyone know about getting my own 800# so he could maybe call for free? Possible? Thanks again to everyone here!

I dont' know what they have at fort still, My boy is in Camp Lejeune and He has to call collect (no other options). I joined prison Calls on line, they advertise on this site and having there service has helped a lot. I used to pay 15.00 per 10 min call, now I pay 26.00 per month for the service and 6.00 per call. I break even after 4 calls, anything after that is more than 50 persent off. My bill is still High but we talk alot more. I guess you have time to research some options, then when the time comes, you will know what to ask about.
Mombert

They said they accepted the plea bargain that capped his sentence at 12 months, but the judge recommended 18. I hope that doesn't mean that he just got screwed, but knowing the military, I know it is entirely possible.

My son took a 6 year plea and the judge gave him 10. The rule is they get the lowest sentence. So if the plea is lower that is what he will get. Their is a catch though.........Say he gets out after his plea sentence and he does something wrong...........I understand that he would have to go back and do the time between the plea and the judgment made by the judge. Anyway, far chance they would do something wrong, I think one lengthily stay at the brig is enough for almost anyone.

:D :D Hello! Just wanted to let everyone know that we had our beautiful baby Emily on my birthday (August 10th) -- what a birthday present she gave me! The gift that keeps giving! Any rate, got the red cross through in a couple of hours and got to tell hubby. He talked to her on the phone for a few minutes and cried a whole lot. We are SO happy!! :D :D :thumbsup: Matter of fact, I have smiled so much since her delivery that my cheeks are very sore, along with the rest of me!

Just wanted to share a bit of our joy! Life really is amazing....

Congratulations!!!! :D :D :D :D :D :D

Congrats on the birth of your little girl. :o:o Glad to hear you are both doing well.
Mombert

Hello everybody ,
I am new here and I want to tell you thanks for the last month I did read through here and it already helped me to somewhat understand the prison system . I need to say I am German and my husband is in prison in the states , it is very hard on me ...and our little son

welcome DJMOM. I hope you find this site helpful.
Mombert

well I already did when Iwas not a member ...and thanks for that ...
Just now I try to find my way in here ...

Hello, I am Josh. I am an O-4 in the US Army, transfering to the USAF to join the USAF Special Tactics. I am currently rated as a Special Reaction Teams member and an officer in the 500th MP Det; Ft Leavenworth, KS. I'm glad to answer any questions and maybe act as a buffer between the 709th MP's and yourself if your having an issue. I obviously can't pass messages, grant special privledges or even acknowledge the inmate to tell him I know his wife/finance/girlfriend/significant other. I wont act as the liason between yourself and commander or pass messages/give a good word on Soandso Smith's behalf.

I can however work with the 709th to be a bit more flexible on requested special visits, I can answer any relavent USDB/UCMJ/Military Prison questions. I can do my best to make things more accessible between you and your loved one; without directly stepping into the line of fire where I really have no place or authority. I can provide phone numbers to liasons that the military put into place to help you.

Usual corrections duties are normally handled by the 709th, as we await the creation of a couple new things within it the 500th has been asked to provide the SRT for day to day operations.

Feel free to pass along any questions or concerns via pm or in a thread here, I'll do my best to answer them and if I dont have the answer I will find someone who does.
Nat,
1. The 705th MP BN works at the USDB
2. As cadre, and an officer at that, you would know that it would be against the USDB reg. to have any outside communication with inmate families.

Hello. I am new to this site & am finding it very helpful. My future husband is at Fort Lewis, WA (plz write if u know someone there- always nice to hear from others). Currently waiting on his clemency paperwork to come back... so depending on that he will be out anywhere from November to May. I'm 6 months pregnant & having a tough time dealing with the fact he will not be here for her birth. Thanks for reading!

Welcome Aboard MissingHim1984 and Welcome to the PTO Family!

Patti

hi missing him 1984,

welcome to the site, my son is also at Fort Lewis, my son will hopefully be released in Feb. , I get to talk to him once a week it is a 20 minute call. Hope things work out for your fiance with his clemency paperwork.

Mikel's mom

My husband was put in the Norfolk brig last week for a 12 month sentence. I'm told he only has to serve 10 months. With the visitation, I was very lucky this past week in that I was able to visit him on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. We have 2 small children, ages 4 and 2. My husband's 17 year career is now over because of a stupid mistake. I just hope he can find a job alright and we can get back on our feet once he gets out. I'm hoping for clemency from the CO of his ship, but know not to hold my breath.

I've been lurking and reading for a couple of days now and find all the information I am able to absorb so helpful. The military does not let out a lot of information on their brigs.

I guess that's my situation in a nutshell! I look forward to communicating and helping support all of you in the future.

welcome to the site and sorry you have to be here. good to see he will be home soon. i think it would depend on the type of discharge on how hard it will be when he is done. good luck :)

hello just letting myself be introduced and hope that people can give some support to me who is about to face prison after a court martial hearing Jan 29, 2007 at FT. Riley KS. I am a 88m/Truck driver for the Big Red One. and a PFC in a suport Batallion Supporting the Great 11B/Infantry. but any way dont know where im going to be placed and dont know what to do.

Fobear,
Sorry to hear you're heading for confinement. Where you go depends on your sentence. Over 5 years? USDB at Ft Leavenworth. Less? Any one of the regional confinement facilities, hard to say which, though. As to what to do... I'm not sure exactly what you mean. From my experience through my son, you don't have to do anything, except what they tell you (in that respect, it's not much different, huh?) As far as preparing to go...get any affairs at home in order, make sure you have addresses and phone numbers of everyone you want to stay in contact with, contact your attorney to follow up on any issues that need your input. I don't know how you "get ready" to go inside other than accept your sentence and follow the rules once you get there. You might try some of the other forums that discuss preparing to enter prison. I'm sure they will have a lot of information. I'm glad you found the forum and really am sorry you have to go through this. Let your family know about this site because they won't get any info from the military once you are inside (or before, for that matter) and it is very frustrating. No matter where you go, someone here has experience with the place and can help them through the maze of questions about everyday things. Good luck to you. Do good time!

Hello All
My husband is being court-martialed and will be sent to Ft Sill. I have searched and searched for information on Ft Sill, but my search has only led me here, which is not a bad thing. Him and his lawyer were able to work out a deal, 10 months, but he still has to appear before a judge and hope that the judge accepts his guilty plea. We also hope the judge or general will give him less than 10 months. Granted it is only 10 months, but that is still a long time. This has been one of the hardest we've had to deal with. He doesn't want me to testify on his behalf, he doesn't want me to suffer any more than I have to, so I am having to write to the judge and the general. This has been so hard for me to do; I can go on and on about how he is a great father, husband, etc...but I don't want to make it seem to fake. Does anyone have any ideas how I can make these letters get my point across but seem sincere and heart-felt? I just hate the thought of him being in jail. Well I'm sure I've rambled enough. If anyone has any information on Ft Sill or how to write a letter to a general & judge, that would be greatly appreciated.

Hello, my name is Lori I am going nuts here.My husband after 15years of being faithful to the army got sentence to 6months confiment and discharged.That sent him to camp lejune I am just so confused,and hurt because his unite hasn't contacted me or nothing basically wont help me with anything.I have all these ? and nobody will help me out.I called his jag attorney and left messages and still haven't heardnothing.I cry all the time and I am scared.After 15 years of being faithful soldier and this is what we get.

Pepper and Lonely,
(Almost sounds like a Beatles' song). (Sorry!) First, welcome to PTO's Military Forum. I hope you can find some of the answers you are looking for here. There is a lot of information in the threads posted here. Look for the general heading that might seem to have the type of info you are looking for then read through them. Some are more informative than others, but I think if you take the time to go through them, you will find a lot more than you expected. The military justice system is very frustrating - especially for those who are not actually involved in the courts-martial process. Even for them, it is difficult to understand. Defense counsel are sometimes sympathetic to the family and sometimes not - just make sure your loved one has given the JAG permission to keep you informed about the case. Confidentiality rules and ethics rules prevent the attorneys from telling you much about the case. As to other issues that come with having a loved one court-martialed (especially for dependents), contact the legal services office. If they can't help you, they can refer you. For information about the facility where your loved one will be confined, read the threads here and contact the facility directly (inmate administration is a good place to start). You can find the numbers for the main facilities here. It will be a rough road ahead for both you and your loved one. Be supportive, be strong and have faith that you will both come out the other end of this wiser and stronger. We all try to answer specific questions with specific answers, but for general information just try reading through the postings here. Others with loved ones at the same facilities are some of your best sources of information. Hang in there and feel free to rant, rage and cry here. That's what PTO is all about. We've all been where you are - taking the first steps on this awful journey. I can't say it gets better, but it does seem to get easier (most days, anyway).

Lisa.

Thinking perhaps I did not do this when I joined last year so I am going to do it now...

I am the proud wife of a Navy submariner 12 years of duty who is serving 4 years at Miramar Brig in San Diego. We have no kids but are going to one day.

Its been a hard 14 months without him. Never realized how hard life would be without my bestfriend. I was prepared for 6 months when we married but nto for this. But at least I know he is safe and well taken care of (for the most part).

My heart goes out to anyone, anywhere who has ever had to live without there spouse or signifigant other for any period of time.

May your children, husbands, wives, brothers, and sister all stay safe. May they come home soon and know they are loved.



I thank you all for your information and help. And hope that if there is anything I can do you will ask.

I am in Honolulu, HI. No stranger to the pearl harbor brig. (he sat there for 3 months before being moved to San Diego)
Never hurts to ask.

Forever1037,
Welcome :), Yes it is hard to deal with the system but you will get through it. The support you get here will help with that.
God Bless,
Lisa

Hi, everyone! My daughter is AWOL from Hunter's AFB, GA. She enlisted at 18 believing she was grown enough to handle war. When she got news of her deployment, she left the base and never returned. When I called the IG, I was informed that she has been removed from the roster and is officially AWOL. I know she isn't in prison but I was told that is exactly where she is going when she is finally caught. I came here for information and support. I am going mad!

joeyntonnie,

First, welcome to PTO. Second, I'm sorry your daughter and family are going through a tough time. I'm sure that wherever your daughter is, she's scared and confused. I hope that by now she's been located and received some type of counseling. Hard to think of an 18 year old going to war...they do it everyday, I know, but still! As to an AWOL charge, I don't have a lot of information on that, but there have been several postings on here from folks having to deal with it. My advice is to look for those postings and read them, then perhaps send the person a Private Message if you want more specific information or advice. I hope things look better for you and your daughter soon. Good luck.