`How long do you stay in reception?
Can be anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. All depends on Albany. It depends on when an "appropriate" bed opens up, rather than being a fixed time.

When can they call me when transfered?
How long will it be till I can go visit him? Him to call me?

Usually they can call once they are in general population. Call the prison to see when you can visit. The only wait for visits is while they are in Reception--unless they are in SHU.

Look him up on the inmate locator http://www.docs.state.ny.us/ put in his info

Also, you need to set up a collect call account with inmate services for MCI or he will not be able to call you. You must have a landline and it cannot be cable service or a cell.

How can they call me? How do calls work for our loved ones?

For State Correctional Max and Medium facilities:

They must call you collect, basically MCI handles all the collect call in New York and calls are about $7.80-8.60 for 30 mts. You can call MCI, or you can call your local telephone company to have this turned on. I pay through my company Verizon.

The number for MCI is 800-2310193 Make sure you don't the have the caller block option/anonymous call rejection enabled on your phone. You may have to fax them proof of ID.

Or call this number if he is not in a NYS CF...
Correctional Billing Services
18008446591.


Can you use cell phones?

No

NYS DOCS Inmate Rulebook, rule 121.11: Inmate telephone calls and telephone conversations shall be restricted to the telephone number dialed or otherwise placed by or for the inmate. Telephone call forwarding or other third party phone calls or the use of credit card calls are prohibited. This is a Tier 1 or 2 infraction.


How can I send money and food?

Sending Money

Check or MO by MAIL no cash....you can overnight the money through the post office to get there faster. go to the Post Office get a money order - send it overnight--the post office delivers to PO boxes overnight. He will get it as soon as he would if you dropped it off. You can enclose it in a letter, they will take it out and credit his account.

Make it payable to him WITH his DIN next to his name!

Visitors may leave funds for deposit only to the account of the inmate they are visiting. Funds may be received in cash, check or money order, but shall be limited to $50 per inmate per day, regardless of the number of visitors transmitting funds. The Deputy Superintendent of Administration shall employ appropriate fiscal policies and procedures to insure accountability of monies received.

Sending Packages (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173525%22%5Dhttp://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173525)


Visiting A Prisoner

Entrance Rules and Procedures

Inmates and their authorized visitors will be expected to abide by the facility's rules and regulations and to follow the instructions and guidelines given by facility staff. Violation of these rules and procedures by visitors may result in the denial of a visit and the suspension or revocation of future visits.

ALL VISITORS shall be provided with written notification of the visiting rules; however, it will be considered sufficient notice if such rules are conspicuously posted.

Identification

Visitors to a correctional facility will be required to furnish proof of identification. Failure to produce adequate identification shall result in the denial of a visit. Prior to visiting, visitors shall sign appropriate visiting forms as required by the facility. These records will be maintained by the facility.

Adequate identification shall consist of any of the following:

Picture ID


Signature Card (credit card, social security card, employment ID, welfare card, drug program card, Armed Services I.E., driver's license, motor vehicle registration, or any other similar document with the visitor's signature on it).


Birth or baptismal certificates shall not be considered adequate identification for an adult visitor; however, they may be used as identification for a minor child. Absent any other creditable documentation, an adult approved to visit may vouch for the identification of a minor.


To participate in Family Reunion Program visits, a spouse must possess documentation of a valid marriage license or a declaratory judgment stating the validity of an out-of-state common-law marriage.
Each visitor may be hand stamped upon entry to a facility to aid in the identification of visitors leaving the facility.

Contraband

All visitors shall be searched upon entry to a facility to aid in the identification of visitors leaving the facility.

Any article or thing the possession of which would constitute an offense under any law applicable to the public.


Any article or thing which is readily capable of being used to cause death or serious physical injury, including but not limited to a hand gun, shoulder gun, cartridge, knife, explosive, or dangerous drug (including marijuana).

Any article or thing that is introduced into a correctional facility under circumstances evincing an intent to transfer same to an inmate without the permission of the Superintendent or his designee; or

Any article or thing that is not specifically authorized to be possessed by an inmate in a State correctional facility pursuant to the rules of the Department or the local rules of the facility (alcohol and money are among the items inmates are not permitted to possess).
Sobriety Visitors appearing to be intoxicated or under the influence of drugs will not be admitted to a correctional facility.

Attire

Visitors appearing in inappropriate attire will not be admitted to a correctional facility. The following are unacceptable: see-through clothing, bare midriffs or backs, plunging necklines, short-shorts, or athletic shorts, bare feet, and bathing suits. If in doubt, the visitor should not wear a questionable item of clothing.

Medication

Visitors having medication in their possession shall declare it and relinquish it to the gate officer.
Medication shall be identified and stored in a secure area.
If a visitor needs the medication during the visiting period, it may be obtained as directed by the facility.

Small Children

A visitor arriving with a small child will be allowed to take a diaper bag, three (3) diapers and plastic baby bottles into the visiting room, provided all articles are thoroughly searched beforehand. If possible, a suitable area within the perimeter of the visiting room should be provided for the changing of diapers.

This information above is from nydoc and from many members who have helped answer these questions posted above and below!! ;) Love Jen



TO READ MORE, START BY READING THROUGH THIS THREAD BELOW

Please notify me by PM if a link below is not working!

When bringing a child that is not your own:

you need a notarized letter from the mother of the child giving you permission, and a birth certificate for the child...

YOU CANNOT VISIT WITHOUT A BIRTH CERTIFICATE FOR NEWBORNS

Bringing your baby on a visit:
when visiting with a baby, you can bring diapers, wipes and a carrier that will be scanned, and pre-made plastic milk bottles. :) they will give you a paper bag to place them in. some may count what you bring in.

How old to visit without an adult?

You must be 18 or older to visit or you must have an adult with you and a notarized letter of permission from your legal quardian if the adult you are with is not that person.

Do not forget your picture I.D.

What can I bring for an infant to visit a prison? (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=160770)

(http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=160770)

Writing Letters For Transfers:

you need to write to the following address:

NYS Department of Correctional Services
Building 2
1220 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12226
Attn: Commissioner Goord

Also make sure that you CC: the facility superintendent and his counselor and also make sure that one is put in his folder for future reference.

Thanks Laflor

Common question:
How do we go about getting him transferred to a facility closer to me, and possibly a facility that has trailer visits?

You have a couple of ways to approach it. Not sure how helpful his counselor is, but that is a source to look at. I am not sure whether they even consider the frp as a reason to move, so you may want to investiagte the locations with frp's and their programs available. One way to get transferred is through programming or lack of them at the facility where he is. You can also call Classification & Movement in Albany and talk to woman in charge there. (518) 457-6022.

thanks rywill



What if he does not want to Transfer?
I am not sure he has a choice where he wants to go, sometimes they just move you if they think it is best to move you, and if they have a bed, and if they need his bed for someone else....

He might be asked which he would prefer to transfer to, but most times, if the status is changed, and they have space for him, he will move. Depending that he is not getting tickets, and is not fighting, or getting box time, this takes away good time and will impact status.

Leaving Money in a MED or MAX Visit:

You have to put the money in an envelope they give you BEFORE the visit. You have to seal the money (or check or money order) and place it in a box. The inmate gets the receipt the next Monday.

Sending Money (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=167477)

Check or MO by MAIL>no cash....you can overnight the money through the post office to get there faster. see link below.


How much can you send? How much can he have in his Account? (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=183617)

(http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=183617)

Does anyone know the process to get your name changed after you get married?

Social Security first -then license...and then whatever you want to, like the bank, credit cards,utility bills, work id....Just bring your marriage certificate and old id and it should be changed ok.

You cannot have two ids with two last names if your SS card and license say one. You will be known legally as one name and then if you want too, you can use the other for personal things.

I changed mine everywhere, I kept my old ID only for awhile to show people I had changed my name in case they asked. But I never need it now.

If someone owes a court fine, can they take all the money we send or do they take half?

When you send money in- if they owe a fine they will take half of whatever is sent in.......(deb)

Some have an agreement where they will take money from the Commissary Account every first of the month until the fine is paid.......(julie)

Here is the post where this Information is posted and other answers:

Court Fines (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1011872#post1011872)

Appealing a Ticket (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=111334)


(http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=111334)

What is the Dress code? (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70565)

Docs website, inmate lookup:

http://nysdocslookup.docs.state.ny.us/kinqw00

518-457-5000

To Mail a Package:

You have to deliver it to your husbands address which is a BOX # and or even his cell # (but not necc.) then add his Din# and the address for the facility -
He has a box # and many places will deliver to prisons!

For Example:

Imates Name and Din# (you can get the Din# by inmate look up on DOCS http://nysdocslookup.docs.state.ny.us/kinqw00)
Box 500 (his box number should be different, my husbands facility #is 750 but he is #700, you need to know,maybe it is the same, my husband is not in Elmira)
Elmira Correctional Facility
Elmira, New York 14902-0500

where are you buying things from,
will they deliver?
Is he allowed packages? find out! Call them first.

How can I get power of attorney?

He must this form in front of a notary and the prison will provide this service.


DURABLE GENERAL POWER OF ATTORNEY
NEW YORK STATUTORY SHORT FORM
THE POWERS YOU GRANT BELOW CONTINUE TO BE EFFECTIVE
SHOULD YOU BECOME DISABLED OR INCOMPETENT
(CAUTION: THIS IS AN IMPORTANT DOCUMENT. IT GIVES THE PERSON WHOM YOU DESIGNATE (YOUR "AGENT") BROAD POWERS TO HANDLE YOUR PROPERTY DURING YOUR LIFETIME, WHICH MAY INCLUDE POWERS TO MORTGAGE, SELL, OR OTHERWISE DISPOSE OF ANY REAL OR PERSONAL PROPERTY WITHOUT ADVANCE NOTICE TO YOU OR APPROVAL BY YOU. THESE POWERS WILL CONTINUE TO EXIST EVEN AFTER YOU BECOME DISABLED OR INCOMPETENT. THESE POWERS ARE EXPLAINED MORE FULLY IN NEW YORK GENERAL OBLIGATIONS LAW, ARTICLE 5, TITLE 15, SECTIONS 5-1502A THROUGH 5-1503, WHICH EXPRESSLY PERMIT THE USE OF ANY OTHER OR DIFFERENT FORM OF POWER OF ATTORNEY.

THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO MAKE MEDICAL OR OTHER HEALTH CARE DECISIONS. YOU MAY EXECUTE A HEALTH CARE PROXY TO DO THIS.

IF THERE IS ANYTHING ABOUT THIS FORM THAT YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND, YOU SHOULD ASK A LAWYER TO EXPLAIN IT TO YOU.)

THIS is intended to constitute a DURABLE GENERAL POWER OF ATTORNEY pursuant to Article 5, Title 15 of the New York General Obligations Law:

I, __________________________________________________ _______________
(insert your name and address)
do hereby appoint:

__________________________________________________ _______________
(If 1 person is to be appointed agent, insert the name and address of your agent above)
__________________________________________________ _______________
__________________________________________________ _______________
__________________________________________________ _______________
__________________________________________________ _______________
(If 2 or more persons are to be appointed agents by you insert their names and addresses above)

my attorney(s)-in-fact TO ACT

(If more than one agent is designated, CHOOSE ONE of the following two choices by putting your initials in ONE of the blank spaces to the left of your choice)

( ) Each agent may SEPARATELY act.
( ) All agents must act TOGETHER.

(If neither blank space is initialed, the agents will be required to act TOGETHER)

IN MY NAME, PLACE AND STEAD in any way which I myself could do, if I were personally present, with respect to the following matters as each of them is defined in Title 15 of Article 5 of the New York General Obligations Law to the extent that I am permitted by law to act through an agent:

(DIRECTIONS: Initial in the blank space to the left of your choice any one or more of the following lettered subdivisions as to which you WANT to give your agent authority. If the blank space to the left of any particular lettered subdivision is NOT initialed, NO AUTHORITY WILL BE GRANTED for matters that are included in that subdivision. Alternatively, the letter corresponding to each power you wish to grant may be written or typed on the blank line in subdivision "(Q)", and you may then put your initials in the blank space to the left of subdivision "(Q)" in order to grant each of the powers so indicated)

( ) (A) real estate transactions;
( ) (B) chattel and goods transactions;
( ) (C) bond, share and commodity transactions;
( ) (D) banking transactions;
( ) (E) business operating transactions;
( ) (F) insurance transactions;
( ) (G) estate transactions;
( ) (H) claims and litigation;
( ) (I) personal relationships and affairs;
( ) (J) benefits from military service;
( ) (K) records, reports and statements;
( ) (L) retirement benefit transactions;
( ) (M) making gifts to my spouse, children and more remote descendants, and parents, not to exceed in the aggregate $10,000 to each of such persons in any year;
( ) (N) tax matters;
( ) (O) all other matters;
( ) (P) full and unqualified authority to my attorney(s)-in-fact to delegate any or all of the foregoing powers to any person or persons whom my attorney(s)-in-fact shall select;
( ) (Q) each of the above matters identified by the following letters:
__________________________________________________ _______________
(Special provisions and limitations may be included in the statutory short form durable power of attorney only if they conform to the requirements of section 5-1503 of the New York General Obligations Law.)
__________________________________________________ _______________
__________________________________________________ _______________
__________________________________________________ _______________
__________________________________________________ _______________

This durable Power of Attorney shall not be affected by my subsequent disability or incompetence.

If every agent named above is unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint

__________________________________________________ _______________
(insert name and address of successor)

to be my agent for all purposes hereunder.

TO INDUCE ANY THIRD PARTY TO ACT HEREUNDER, I HEREBY AGREE THAT ANY THIRD PARTY RECEIVING A DULY EXECUTED COPY OR FACSIMILE OF THIS INSTRU- MENT MAY ACT HEREUNDER, AND THAT REVOCATION OR TERMINATION HEREOF SHALL BE INEFFECTIVE AS TO SUCH THIRD PARTY UNLESS AND UNTIL ACTUAL NOTICE OR KNOWLEDGE OF SUCH REVOCATION OR TERMINATION SHALL HAVE BEEN RECEIVED BY SUCH THIRD PARTY, AND I FOR MYSELF AND FOR MY HEIRS, EXECUTORS, LEGAL REPRESENTATIVES AND ASSIGNS, HEREBY AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS ANY SUCH THIRD PARTY FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS THAT MAY ARISE AGAINST SUCH THIRD PARTY BY REASON OF SUCH THIRD PARTY HAVING RELIED ON THE PROVISIONS OF THIS INSTRUMENT.

THIS DURABLE GENERAL POWER OF ATTORNEY MAY BE REVOKED BY ME AT ANY TIME.

In Witness Whereof I have hereunto signed my name this ..... day of
_________________________, 20_____.

(YOU SIGN HERE) ==> ____________________________________
(Signature of Principal)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
STATE OF NEW YORK
COUNTY OF __________________

On this ____ day of __________________, 20_____ before me the undersigned, personally appeared ,__________________________________, personally known to be or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person who acted on behalf of the individual, executed the instrument and that such individual made such appearance before the undersigned in the City of New York, County of New York, State of New York.


__________________________________
Notary

Seeking information on an inmate? looking for an inmate not in a NYS CF yet?

From the NYDOC:
http://www.docs.state.ny.us/contact.html
Contacting us by phone - (518) 457-8126

Before sending an email to DOCS, it might be quicker for you to see if that information is available from the Inmate Lookup
Please be aware that the NYS Department of Correctional Services is not responsible for inmates housed in county correctional facilities or local police lockups. For information on inmates housed in local facilities, please contact the county facility or law enforcement department.

http://new-york-3.sixnix.com/index-1.asp

Contact information for Riker's Island -

718 546-0700 #

http://www.prisonhelp.com/ Visit Info

If you go to www.nyc.gov and go to corrections on the pull down menu you will be directed to the website and the visiting schedule is there.

http://www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/doc/home.html

Rywill offers us a sample Grievance letter: thanks! :)

Dear Sir/Madame
Re: <His name and DIN#> and Complaint involving <Name or Grievance Issue>

On <Date and time> <describe the incident>. Upon filing a grievance on <date>, he has experienced further harassment from CO on <list dates and incidence>. I have notified the facility (List names of people you have talked to> and have not received a resolution.

I would like for <list what you want to happen (either move out of dorm, move to new facility or regulate the CO and his contact)>. I am looking for a timely resolution to this matter, as it is causing undue stress and concern to my love one.

I look forward to your response, attention and action to resolving this problem.

Sincerely,

cc: <List names that you copy letter to>

* Make sure to copy your letter to as many people that can impact the decision and as a matter of record.

*Send letter certified mail with delivery receipt.

* Keep the letter short and directly outline the incidence and suggestions for resolution.

Tier III Tickets and Hearings (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=116312)

Can he have a ring?

Yes and no...

You are allowed a wedding band.
For a wedding band: you are not allowed designs. And there is a certain amount you are allowed to spend.

If not a wedding band then only religious jewelry (which they enter in as property)

What are the TV facilities?

post information here...
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132646

Do you have a child in a NYS prison?

post here...

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=130757

ItsMeMario:

A brief overview of sentencing terms:

There are 4 types of sentences in New York; determinate, indeterminate, definite and intermittent. (Split is really a hybrid, see below)

Determinate: This is what is referred as "flat." The sentenced is fixed in amount of years (must be more than one) and usually in 1/2 year incredments. This sentence is for first time violent felons (Jenna's Law) and certain repeat offenders. It contains a conditional release date of 6/7ths and must have a Post Release Supervision sentence (Parole after you finish your sentence).

Indeterminate: This is what is erroneously called a "split" sentence. It contains a minimum and maximum sentence. The minimum is normally the parole eligibility date and the maximum is the date of maximum release. Conditional release is figured at 2/3rds of the maximum sentence. First time non-violent felons have their minimums fixed at 1/3 of their maximum; e.g. 1 to 3, 2 to 6. Repeat offenders get 1/2 of their maximums; e.g. 1 to 2, 2 to 4.

Definite: These are sentences served in county facilities or Rikers (one year or less). If combined with a sentence of progation is it called a split sentence. Conditional release is at 2/3 of the sentence. (1 year or "bullet" has a CR at 8 months.

Intermittent: Sentence served in county faciities or Rikers on different days of the week (e.g. weekends). CR is 2/3 of the total time. This sentence is rare and is given for DWI convictions where the judge doesn't want the defendant to lose his job.

New York Department of Correctional Services
Prison Health Care Contact

Health Services Division
Building #2, 1220 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY12226

(518) 457-7073

Chief Medical Officer (Position currently vacant)
Assistant Commissioner (Current contact) - John C. Sheridan

Books, Papers how to send, etc.
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=169105

New York State Uniforms Are Green, except county that are Orange

Is there a special section of the NYSCF or a seperate CF for younger teen inmates in NY like 18, 19 year olds?

No, they go to general population with everyone else.

Do they house inmates based on crimes?
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=179618

Do they transfer them for BOX time? http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=140103

How to Obtain Birth Certifcate & SS Card for inmate?

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abgirl posted:
WE were approved to be married at Fishkill but he needs his birth cert. & ss card before I can have my interview w/ the frp coord. I need to know how do I go about getting these documents for him?

Ladycee answered:
As far as the SS card, he is the only one who can get that. There is also a liason in the facilily he is in that is supposed to work with them on that. Tell him to speak with the counselor on that.

I was told by the SS admin. that there is a liaison in facility that handles that. Transitional Services department

I was able to file out for the BC with a copy of his ID - In order to get the birthcert. he needs to send a copy of his ID if possible with a letter to give you permission to get his BC and the BC is mailed out to you the cost is $15.
rywill:
All copies of certified birth certificates can be obtained through the state inwhich he was born. The cost varies by state. Many times you can go to the county records and obtain. If not most states house certified copies within their vital stastics office; usually linked throught the health department.

Here is a link for vitalcheck; which will handle for each state. The cost is higher utilizing their servicees, but they offer expedited services as well.
http://www.vitalchek.com/?clicked=1

For the SS card, it can be done by mail too.
http://www.ssa.gov/online/ss-5.html

How does one report prisoner abuse?

Here is an old thread addressing a similar problem. Hope this helps.

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=171206&highlight=prisoner+abuse

Write a complaint to the Superintendent and Deputy Supintendent at the facility where he is located making them awae of the incident. Copy the letter to Commissioner Goord, and the folllowing places:

Prisoner's Legal Service
114 Prospect Street, Suite 307
Ithaca, NY 14850
Attn: Ms. Betsy Sterling

Inspector General R. Roy
Department of Correctional Service
State Campus, Building #2
Albany, Ny 12226

You may also want to compose a letter to Prisoner Legal Service requesting additional options for you.

Work on it immediately... and stay with it; until you feel your concerns are adequately addressed and rectified.

posted by rywill

Problems with Counsleor, what can be done?
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=179147
Unpleasant cellmate-can anything be done?
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=162479

Visitor forms needed for each NY Prison facility?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=157357

Shelters/Halfway Houses New York http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=131423

Time allowance committee

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155502

Bringing prescription medications on visit...how's it work?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155093

what is a hospitality center??

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155025

Can you bring papers with you on a visit for him to sign?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=152359

Important Legal Q's Regarding NY FRPs

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=146292

Relocation from NY

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=142386


Relocation To New York

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=162966&highlight=moving+York

Do you need a picture ID to visit?

YES!!

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=162188

NYS Correctional Visiting Logs ...Can we get access to them?
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=160313

Does the NYS DOC allow Cassette tapes? Where can I get them?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=171202

Local Shops and Markets Near the Facilities?
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=157865

Prison Visiting During the Holidays in New York http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=160932

How Does An Inmate Prepare For A Divorce While In Prison In Ny State

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=158941

Getting paroled out of state
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=156805

Festivals How are they? http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=120544

Thanks for Prison Info, These Facilities Need Information!!

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=98152

How do you afford this life while they are in prison?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=154861

Unpleasant cellmate-can anything be done?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=162479

Visitor forms needed for each NY Prison facility?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=157357

When he comes home to NY, Questions and Answers

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=169603

Does anybody wonder how things will be once he comes home?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=138531

HIPAA = Health Insurance Portability & Accountablility Act. Do I need it?
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=175636

If an inmate dies...
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=175831

Conditional Release Date (CR DATE)
What is it how does it work?
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=175173

What is the Time Allowance Commitee?
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155502

How much time do Offenders REALLY serve?
Offenders with FLAT bids must serve at least 85% of the total BID which is 6/7 of the time (for example: 3 years...will serve at about 30 months) Keep in mind, if they have a flat bid, they will not be paroled, but they can be discharged by Conditional Release

Offenders without a FLAT bid (for example: 12.5-25 years) must serve at least 66% of the total BID which is 2/3 of the time (in this example, 66% x 25 = 16.5 years) Unless the Offender is Paroled sooner.

In NYS Offenders with a VO have a hard time getting paroled.

What does Keeplock mean?

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=183374