If you have a loved one or friend in San Quentin, please post a mini-introduction or "shout-out" in this thread.. However, please DO NOT post your loved ones full name, housing location or anything else that identifies them directly. If you want to share this personal information with others, we recommend that you do it via PM's.

I hope you all enjoy the new forum. Many thanks should go to Barbara and those that pushed to have it opened.. Now lets see some activity! :)

Fed-X

Hi!

My name is Vicki, and my fiancee has been at San Quentin since August 2002. I do not know a lot about the facility on a first hand basis, but I hope to be a constant visitor there in the next few months. I will be returning to California soon, and hopefully Guy and I will be married in June.

Hi my name is Suzi and my husband is at San Quentin State Prison, and has been since
December 1st,04. From what I have read on other websites, SQ is 150 years old, the
oldest prison in California. It once housed female inmates. And has a death row housing
for the condemned. My husband says that the place is dirty, loud and disgusting, and
cold inside. "That one can hardly hear themselves think because of the noise level. They are allowed to take showers 2-3 times a week. The same with getting out on the
yard in reception. The prison itself doesn't look like any prisons I have seen, this one
looks like regular housing in a neighborhood, until you see a guard tower in the landscaping.


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eric's home in18days & a wake up!!!!

FYI

Guy told me this morning that SQ has extended family packages for one more quarter (April 1 - June 30).

Hi

My name is Dee, I'm from London, England. My soulmate is on death row at San Quentin. I was completely lost until I discovered this website, since I know nothing about the prison. I love the supportive family feel here, and it is good to know that I am not alone. I'm hoping to visit him in a few months once I'm approved.


Dee

OmoOsun

My friend is also on DR. He has also mentioned something about the quarterly packages, but didn't go into detail. So what do you mean thay have extended it for one more quarter? Then what?

Thanks for the sub-forum Barabra and all who worked so hard to make it happen.

Andi

I would think she means you may still send in a package that you have shopped for rather than go through a vendor. You need to have him send you a package list so that you will know what he wants and what he can have. I am not to familiar with the rule at SQ so someone will be here soon to tell you more. Love Barb

hello there

i am a member to PTO for few weeks now and i have two loved ones in prison in NY and PA. as of friday i am a proud pen pal to a guy on DR in san quentin and i guess i will cha in here more often now!!! i have alot of questions so i hope you guys are ready for this :D

have a great day or night!! :thumbsup:

My guy is on DR in SQ. I don't know all the ropes, but I know some so I could maybe help a litlte about some questions. I know that this package you speak of has a 30lb weight limit on it... my guy usually asks for food -haha because you know the food there is lacking! He just got his appeals lawyer (been waiting since 99) it's been a forever process, but maybe something will come of this! *HUGS* to all of you.

Hello all :)

I introduced myself to the PTO but thought I would also say hi here. My M. is on death row at SQ. I am a newbie to this site...and am so thankful to have found it. It feels like a burden has been lifted...there are so many questions/issues I have and it feels good to know that there are others who can relate to my situation.

Best wishes to you all :)

Hi folks!

My name is Anja and my friend Q is on D/R in San Quentin!

Greetings!

Anja

HI my fiance & soulmate is on DR in San Quentin, my very soon to be husband, he has been there for 8 years I am fairly familiar with the rules and trials that we as loved ones live with the lifestyle that comes with having a loved on DR , nice ot meet you all

Hello My Fiance has been in S.Q for 2 years and has 8 years to go....He is my one and only true love i love you baby and i am waiting for you every min and every day....xoxo... your baby fina.....

Im not a pro at all this prison stuff but i am learning......:-)

Has any one else heard anything about the possiblity of the percentage of restitution that is taken from money received in the inmates accounts, being raised from 35% to 50% at SQ-DR Dec. 1, 04? Any information would be appreciated.

TIA,

Andi

My name is Wendy. My husband has only been in San Quentin for about 3 weeks. He's in the reception area and just waiting to see a counselor and to be sent to whatever prison they decide to send him to. He got a 25 year sentance. I've received several letters from him and he's started to receive mine. At this point those are the only communitcation we have. I'm still waiting for my visiting approval. Hopefully I'll see him soon. I miss him more than words can say.:cry:

Hello My name is Trish and my B/F was just transfered to San Quentin this morning any imfo anyone can provide me on packages sent will be appreciated. Thank God he only has a lil over 3 months left. HIP HIP HOORAY!!!!!!!! God Bless you an all of yours !

Hey eveyone, My name is Eric and I am Eric's homegirl's husband. I served 4 hellish months at San Quentin State Prison in December 03, to March 04. I was

on west block for 35 days and then sent to the overflow section in the gym
at the prison till my release. Can' t say enough how happy I am to be out of
that chit hole. Of all the prisons I have done time in, San Quentin is the worst.
Loud, noisy, stinky, disgusting, gross etc.. the list is endless. If anyone needs
help with Reception for parole violators at San Quentin I can help.

Hello I am just new here and my dearest friend has be in SQ for a month. I can't get to him. He will be on DR after this first phase. Or could he be there now? I know nothing about any of this.

:wave: HELLO!!

I am a 46 yr old female living in the Bay Area, w/a man in reception at San Quentin !

After knowing several close Friends who have served 1 to 2 years for parole violations since 1996. I am now the girlfriend of a man who has spent the past 11 mos. in the county jail waiting to find out if he would recieve strikes on his priors before he was sentanced on a new case just 3 weeks ago. I figure we have just over 7 years left on the 10 year sentance he recieved. He arrived in reception at S.Q. around the 2nd or 3rd of this month.

I am already grateful for PTO and its members who I know I will be able to turn to when I am lost, and or frustrated w/the system that feels like I too am being punished, just for loving and being there for him.
;) :thumbsup:

Hello , my name is Tracy , I have a friend on DR , this is all new to me , so bear with me and all the questions I may have ... I like it hear so far you all seem so nice,, have a great day;)

My name is Cindy and my boyfriend Tony is at SQ. This forum keeps me occupied for hours. It makes for great reading and I'm glad I found it. I feel closer to him knowing I can come here and get answers to some of my questions or hear from other people in the same boat. Happy New Year! :]

Heyho! :wave:

I just got myself a penpal on DR in SQ, and since I stumbled upon this site, I am trying to work my way through all the infos available here - and there are loads of it! :thumbsup:

Great site, and from what I have read some very nice and interesting people. Hi to you all, and I might come up with some more questions in the near future... ;)

Take care,

Syd

My name is Irene and my fiance is currently at S.Q. doing a 30 day dry out, he should be home in a week I would like to say that I was so afraid when he went in and this website has helped me a lot in dealing with his absence. Thank You :)

Hi. Just want to introduce myself in this forum. I have a friend I have been writing to in SQ DR for some time and it has been a wonderful experience. I am an italian girl living in the Netherlands. In his last letter he asked me to visit him as I will be going to California in May. He sent me the form and I sent it in but I am getting progressively more and more worried.

I've heard it is very difficult to get consent. Is there something that I should be doing? Calling somebody? I am so far away that I am not sure who to contact or how to go about doing it. I have also heard that they are very strict with the clothing and that they can turn you away. I am starting to get really nervous. If there is anyone out there that could give some advice it is really welcome. With much thanks. It is a real comfort to have found PTO.

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Hi, I'm DeeDee and I had a penpal on DR when I was a late teenager-mid twenties. Then my life fell apart and I stopped writing him. It's been 10 years and I'm going to start writing him again so I thought I'd come here.

My guy is in SQ DR. Im looking a friend that I can actually talk to. Im going down there for my first visit soon, and could really use someone to talk to for some advice, ect...

Hi, I'm Rita. My fiance'/soul mate is on DR at San Quentin. I just joined PTO about three weeks ago, so HELLO to everyone!

I am corresponding with two DR pen pals. Both have ties to Ohio which is where I live. I am a social worker. I have always been fascinated with DR and how one survives in that situation. I am planning a trip there soon.

Write to alot of people here in CO just started writing to SQ DR, hope to get approval to visit.
Only been to visit inmates in CO so far.

I'm Gia--

My good friend is on DR at SQ now-

This is a great and helpful site-! I am trying to figure out all of the rules and regulations for SQ--I'm sure I will find them here~

:)

I just ran across this site as I was searching for info on why the phones have been taken away on San Quentin DR. My boyfriend has been there since 12/02 and I visit weekly (but, by visitor standings, I am still a newcomer!!). I am happy to have found a site where people are in a similar situation. It's never easy to have someone you love so much sitting there day after day. It's a very helpless feeling but does have it's rewards.

hi, dont be nervous. just wait till you get the o.k for visiting. overseas visitors
can write to the visiting office to schedule 2 visits in advance.Visiting days are: thursday friday saturday sunday. you can go on 1 weekday and 1 weekend day. good days are: thursday and sunday( there are not so much visitors)write on the envelope" attention Visiting" put also the time you want. like 11am . you be there 1/2 hour before. you may call S.Q Tel.Nr:fom Europe:001-415-454 1460Extention 5022 for Extendid Visiting.After you have send the letter,to be sure to have the appointment.This is for Death Row.
Iwas there 2 month ago.For Dress: best is to wear simple black and no wire in the braw.I hope this helps you. good luck.let me know . ezeva :)

Hi, I'm Rita. My sweetie is on DR at San Quentin. He's been there since summer of '96, although I didn't know him then.

HI my fiance & soulmate is on DR in San Quentin, my very soon to be husband, he has been there for 8 years I am fairly familiar with the rules and trials that we as loved ones live with the lifestyle that comes with having a loved on DR , nice ot meet you all


so, he's been on DR for 8 years.....does he have an appellate attorney to work with him yet? And, do any of the appellate issues look promising for him?

Hi, I'm Rita. My sweetie is on DR at San Quentin. He's been there since summer of '96, although I didn't know him then.

Sounds like an interesting story here.....when did you meet him and how?

Are is appeals started yet and does he have an appellate attorney?

Hi All -

I just got the news tonight that my Fiance is being transfered to SQ next week. He's done 3 years and has a little over a year to go.

This is a long long long trip for me compared to the 2 hour drive I'm used to so I would like to here from some of you that come from Los Angeles. How so you do it? Drive or Fly? Where do you stay? How often do you go?

Any information you can give me would be grrrrrreat!

best is to fly to sanfrancisco,get a rental car at the airport,drive to san rafael,there are 2 motels days inn and next to it another one.from the motel turn left and go straight on till you see a curve,under thetunnel and turn immediatly left.5-10 min drive. from sf take 101 north over golden bridge exit san rafael.east boulevard. about 1 hour drive up there. motel costs about 50 dollar the night.when you return to sa 5 dollar toll for the bridge. god luck

How far is SQ from Oakland? I've been researching flights and it seems like flights from LA to OAK are cheaper.


best is to fly to sanfrancisco,get a rental car at the airport,drive to san rafael,there are 2 motels days inn and next to it another one.from the motel turn left and go straight on till you see a curve,under thetunnel and turn immediatly left.5-10 min drive. from sf take 101 north over golden bridge exit san rafael.east boulevard. about 1 hour drive up there. motel costs about 50 dollar the night.when you return to sa 5 dollar toll for the bridge. god luck

Sounds like an interesting story here.....when did you meet him and how?

Are is appeals started yet and does he have an appellate attorney?
We met in November '04 through an on-line prisoner pen pal site - I started writing him, as well as 4 other male pen pals. But ours has actually developed into a relationship.

His appeals are just about to begin, and he has two great attorneys, thank God!

How far is SQ from Oakland? I've been researching flights and it seems like flights from LA to OAK are cheaper.
SF Airport is in San Bruno... I would say they are probably about as far away on opposite sides.
I have never been to Oakland airport, but I have heard that Southwest is the best deal.
SFO is way insane.. you might be better off going to Oakland...

Hi, I am so grateful to have found this place...a cherished friend is in Reception at SQ and I need so badly to be able to know a little about what he's facing. He was transported on 4/10 or 4/11, I just got a letter from him today (4/28) and he sounds good, but not at all thrilled with the noise level...he's a country bred sort, not at all used to that much volume unless it's coming from a stereo or a Harley :)

Hello my name is Val and began be geing first a pen pal to my guy then after a couple of visits to sq we both realised we were falling in love with each other. I proposed to him valentines day of this year and at the moment we are going through the paperwork and details to get married as soon as possible. Living so far away I dont get to see him very often but this is down to the price of the airfare not distance. I am going through getting a degree in my work so that i will be able to live and work nearer to my guy, I never thought Id find love again but as they say you find love in the strangest of places. From over the Atlantic he feels the love I have for him and vice versa. I dont know what I can or cant wear for the wedding, if i can take flowers in what about the rings etc. oh panic - jittery bride to be here! Take care all of you, we share a common bond.

Hey eveyone, My name is Eric and I am Eric's homegirl's husband. I served 4 hellish months at San Quentin State Prison in December 03, to March 04. I was

on west block for 35 days and then sent to the overflow section in the gym
at the prison till my release. Can' t say enough how happy I am to be out of
that chit hole. Of all the prisons I have done time in, San Quentin is the worst.
Loud, noisy, stinky, disgusting, gross etc.. the list is endless. If anyone needs
help with Reception for parole violators at San Quentin I can help.

Can you please send me an email and tell me everything you know about reception. What is it like, what I can send in the mail, visits ext
Thank You for your help

MY NAME iS JENNY. MY OLDER BROTHER MiKE iS LOCKED UP RiGHT NOW iN SAN QUENTiN.. iTS HiS FiRST TiME iN PRiSON. HES BEEN iN AND OUT OF JUVi, THEN CAME COUNTY TiME, AND NOW HES WiTH "THE BiG BOYS". HE iS SUPPOSED TO BE RELEASED SOMETiME iN OCTOBER BUT iTS NOT A FOR SURE THiNG.. YEA i REALiZE iTS NOT THAT BiG OF A SENTENCE BUT LiKE i SAiD HES BEEN iN AND OUT OF JAiL FOR ABOUT 5 YEARS NOW.. iTS BEEN A LONG TOUGH ROAD THESE PAST FEW YEARS.. ME AND MY FAMiLY HAVE ALL GONE THROUGH HELL. PEOPLE DONT REALiZE THAT i LOVE MY BROTHER MORE THAN LiFE iTSELF SO iT GETS REALLY HARD FOR ME AND MOST OF THE TiME i JUST WANT TO SAY F' THE WORLD AND JUST GiVE UP.. :( BUT i DONT i STAY FOCUSED AND STAY HEADSTRONG. THATS REALLY ALL YOU CAN DO. ANYWAY i DONT KNOW WHAT ELSE TO PUT.. MUCH LOVE GOiNG OUT TO EVERYONE WHO HAS A LOVED ONE ON LOCKDOWN.

Hey, my baby is at San Quentin, this is 8th year nad he will be home next year...finally! My baby is in North Block.

My Man has been at San Quinten just about a month now. I got 2 letters right away and now nothing. What's up something to do with the riots maybe??? This is sooo hard I don't know anything can I call the prison ?? Can you visit while in recieving? Is recieving and intake the same?? thanks so much God bless us and God bless them:cool:

hi my name is sharon i have been on this site for over a year now lots of supports hugs to everybody my b/f is on death row ssn quentin has been there now for 13 years at last im going out to see him in october im so excited

Hi, my name is Stacey and my fiance has been on SQ's DR for 10 years now. I am currently living in Tucson, AZ but am moving closer to him in the spring of 2006, the 13 hours drives are a bear!
My love and prayers are with you all as we ride this roller coaster of Hell together!

:wave: Hi! My name is Sunny, and my sweetie has been on DR for 18 yrs. now - although I didn't know him until we started writing two-and a half yrs. ago, and then finally met each other in person last Sept. 19th. Now I'm there every weekend for my 2 hrs. "face time". We became penpals through a mutual friend & certainly had no intention of falling in love, both fought it every step of the way! We were "Bible Buddies" in that he was helping me with my prayers and such, guess God had something more in mind for us. :rolleyes: Now that we've quit fighting our feelings, we're learning how to deal with the unique circumstances and problems of of being "Love, San Quentin Style"! His appeal is due to start soon, just got copy of Opening Brief to be filed.:thumbsup:

Hi Sunny, from one sunnie from Concord to another :)
Small world

Welcome to PTO!

my fiancee has been in reception since July 2005-only managed to get through in time for 3 visits-one of them is tomorrow--he's supposed to be out the end of Oct-this last time he managed to stay out over 30 days--it doesn't get any easier--last time they kept him over a week past his release date "clerical error"

Hi, My name is skye and I live in the Uk, my Best friend in the whole world is on DR at Sq and has been there for 20yrs+ God knows how these guys do it. Would I be without him? never, never, never. Hello to you all from both sides of the atlantic.

Hi my name is Wendy my husband is in San Quentin just got sentenced to 8months with half any ideas how much time that is?? Not new to San Quentin at all been there many times but rules change constantly

Half time means that he will serve 4 months if he stays out of trouble while inside.

i have a friend in San Quentin. i miss him and don't have any idea how to get ahold of him. are they allowed access to the internet? i want to write to him, just don't know how to go about it. can anyone help me?
thanks!

They dont have acces.just wait.The mail is very slow these days.

Hi everyone! I live in Cali and have a very close friend in San Quentin. He has been in the A/C for several years. PTO seems like a great place!! Hope to get to know all of you!

Hi, my husband was just transported from SQ. I do have a few friends from the county we live in who are at SQ.
Thanks everybody for the support!:)

Hi My Name Is Caroline And My Husband Is At Sq For A Violation. I Too Am Thankful For This Site It Has Helped Me When I Read Alot Of The Answers To Questions Asked. Hope All Have A Great Holiday And Stay Safe.

Hi, Im Trish. My brother is in San Quentin. This site has been so helpful to me and my parents..thank you :)

Hi. I have a friend on DR at San Quentin. I hope to find answers to a lot of my questions here. Thank you! :)

I would just like to say hi. My name is Kayla I have a penpal on DR, that I really love. We are fast becoming soulmates.

I feel fate has brought us together, I will love him to eternity and back. We have a tough road ahead but we will make it.

:angry: :cool: Hello My Fiance has been in S.Q for 2 years and has 8 years to go....He is my one and only true love i love you baby and i am waiting for you every min and every day....xoxo... your baby fina.....

Im not a pro at all this prison stuff but i am learning......:-)

:rolleyes: I was wondering if you meet him on line or know him before......:thumbsup:
Jenn kaily67@hotmail.com

My husband just got sentenced to 3 years today. He should be going to San Quentin any day now. I have some questions, what is the mail like. Is it taking a long time to get out, or is it running smoothly?

My name is Aislinn, I am new to this, I don't really know what I am doing, and I am pretty scared. I am actually crying right now. Please help anybody.

Hi.........my name is Lorraine, from London, England. I also have a penpal/friend on DR who, I have to admit, I'm starting to get very close to. I'm so glad I have found his site as its comforting how people support each other here. There also appears to be a contingent of us from the United Kingdom who have pp's on DR. At least I know I'm not the only one from here over the 'pond'!!!

Lorraine :)

Hi I am a new member and I found this great sight trying to look up a Homeboy for a Homeboy...both from Santa Cruz, Cali. Curtis.....A? The PLUMBER is trying to locate you. Homegirl...dana,,,,from santa cruz

hi my m has been on dr sq for 13 years now we have been together for 5 years now

Hi the love of my life has been sentenced to four years in prison and as of right now is in Reception in SQ. It is very frustrating because he can not use a phone and our letters are 8 days between! He has been there for four months and still has not seen a counselor and as you know doesnt leave his cell. I went out this last Sat to see him and they told me he was off lockdown but when i arrived after my 6 hour drive told me they were back on lockdown. I miss him like crazy and need to see his face. Do you know how long reception usually lasts?? Thanks:confused: :p

Hi all
my pal is in DR been writing him everyday for a month nice to meet yall

Hi the love of my life has been sentenced to four years in prison and as of right now is in Reception in SQ. It is very frustrating because he can not use a phone and our letters are 8 days between! He has been there for four months and still has not seen a counselor and as you know doesnt leave his cell. I went out this last Sat to see him and they told me he was off lockdown but when i arrived after my 6 hour drive told me they were back on lockdown. I miss him like crazy and need to see his face. Do you know how long reception usually lasts?? Thanks:confused: :p
Dear Gwyn, My son has been in reception since December 19th. I also have to wonder when he might get out of it. I am not sure I want to rush that though since he could be moved anyplace in the state if he is moved. Since my son is in reception I have to make appointments to see him. You can't just show up as you can with some units. Calling for an appointment is very difficult and you can only call between 8 AND 10 am some mornings. I have had two appointments but NO visits because he is on lockdown when it is time for the visit. I have about a 1 hour drive to SQ so I call the hotline number first to listen to the recording that tells you what units are on lockdown before I would drive out there. To hear lockdown status you can call the main number at 415-454-1460 and then enter any of these extensions to hear the recording...let it ring until the recording comes on 5811,5812,5813. I was told by the officer who answered the other day that they usually change lockdown status in the afternoon and he will try to get it updated on the recording before he leaves at the end of the day but if not he will update it when he comes in after 7 Am when he gets a chance. My next appointment to visit is Sunday but right now reception is on lockdown so we will have to see. Nancy

Dear Gwyn, My son has been in reception since December 19th. I also have to wonder when he might get out of it. I am not sure I want to rush that though since he could be moved anyplace in the state if he is moved. Since my son is in reception I have to make appointments to see him. You can't just show up as you can with some units. Calling for an appointment is very difficult and you can only call between 8 AND 10 am some mornings. I have had two appointments but NO visits because he is on lockdown when it is time for the visit. I have about a 1 hour drive to SQ so I call the hotline number first to listen to the recording that tells you what units are on lockdown before I would drive out there. To hear lockdown status you can call the main number at 415-454-1460 and then enter any of these extensions to hear the recording...let it ring until the recording comes on 5811,5812,5813. I was told by the officer who answered the other day that they usually change lockdown status in the afternoon and he will try to get it updated on the recording before he leaves at the end of the day but if not he will update it when he comes in after 7 Am when he gets a chance. My next appointment to visit is Sunday but right now reception is on lockdown so we will have to see. Nancy
Nanc, I am so glad you finally got an appt.....I will pray that they wont be on lock down so you can see your son.
:p

Hello Everyone!
I have a friend in SQ and I hope to find some much needed info here.
Thanks!!!

Are family members allowed to visit at San Quinten? Someone told me that there are no visitations allowed there. My hasband is in process of being transported there from jail and I want to go see him with my son. Please, anyone tell me if it is possible and allowed and what I got to do in order to make it happen

Are family members allowed to visit at San Quinten? Someone told me that there are no visitations allowed there. My hasband is in process of being transported there from jail and I want to go see him with my son. Please, anyone tell me if it is possible and allowed and what I got to do in order to make it happen
Yes, visitation is allowed at SQ. If your husband will be in Reception, they are non contact visits, once he is transferred to a regular cell block, for example East Block, he will be allowed contact visits. Write to your hubby and ask him to send you a visitation form asap! Send it back as soon as you get it filled out....it only took me three weeks to get approved and I live on the east coast.
This is the address you should use to write to your hubby:
San Quentin State Prison
inmate name, CDC #
San Quentin, CA
94974

Hope this helps and good luck hun!
:thumbsup:

Whoops, sorry, TulipGirl...I posted before I saw you'd already answered...





Visits ARE usually allowed during reception but it's behind glass and you'll need first to be approved. Tell him that the first thing he should do when he gets to SQ is send you a copy of CDC106, the visitors application questionaire, he needs to sign it before he sends it to you. Fill it out COMPLETELY, Lt. Kramer is a good sort but wants complete honesty on that form.

Whoops, sorry, TulipGirl...I posted before I saw you'd already answered...





Visits ARE usually allowed during reception but it's behind glass and you'll need first to be approved. Tell him that the first thing he should do when he gets to SQ is send you a copy of CDC106, the visitors application questionaire, he needs to sign it before he sends it to you. Fill it out COMPLETELY, Lt. Kramer is a good sort but wants complete honesty on that form.oh no problem... :D

Hi. Im new to the forum and wanted to introduce myself to ya. I have been writing to a deathrow inmate for awhile now. he is being housed on eastblock. When I first wrote to him it was to show support but now we have become close "friends." I didnot realize how emotionaly attached I would become. I really look forward to posting with you all. A4U

Aloha everyone, Im lei and my fiance is on deathrow at Sq east. Ive been with him since 1996 and Im finally able to start making plans and flights to see sonny. Im very worried that after I make my arrangements and fly there that theyll tell me there on lockdown or something. Im only going for 3 days since I have kids here at home. Im trying to find transportiation and a motel at this time and I have the slightest clue where to look. Im so glad that I have found this site. Reading other peoples experiences helps me be able to do and what not to do. Wish me luck....... thanks

Sorry.... I forgot to say that I was from Hawaii...trying to get to SQ....thanks again

Here is more information on San Quentin Visiting (http://prisontalk.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1691665&postcount=6).

You can also check out the San Quentin Guide (http://prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=178514)for more stuff on SQ. :thumbsup:

Laura, William's Baby:heart:

I have lost contact with my husband he is in SQ ,I went in to the hospital and had to move while I was there someone moved me but did not put in a change of address and I havent got a place yet. I need to get a message to him his name is anthony he just got there im darla and im at nickoles

Hello, this is IslandFevah. I'm so glad to have found PTO because my Papi is in the Q. He's become my best friend. He just had his date taken away. Thanks to all the ladies who have provided so much information on what's going on and in a timely manner!!!! Mahalo!

I have lost contact with my husband he is in SQ ,I went in to the hospital and had to move while I was there someone moved me but did not put in a change of address and I havent got a place yet. I need to get a message to him his name is anthony he just got there im darla and im at nickoles
hi! you may have already made contact w/ur husband, but just incase you haven't, my husband was transferred from Hill Road Corrections (Lakeport, CA) to San Quentin on Feb 23, 2006 & is in WestBlock, I also am in contact with a friend of my husbands (they were transferred on the same day) and he is in Badger (?). forgive me, this is all brand new & so confusing. and finally, I also am in contact with my brother in law in mainline (he's been around for a long time).....if he's in any of those "places" I would gladly see if I can help out, just let me know.

Hi

My name is Sally and I have a friend, Joseph, at San Quentin. I have been writing to him since April 2005. I'm from the UK so it would be great to chat to other Brits and to find out more about posting regulations. I want to send Joseph books and music but I'm not sure how it works over here!

:)

my fiance called me last night (he's in county right now) but said the bus is coming to pick him up for San Quentin. He told me to go online and print out a visiting form to send in now so it won't take so long. Does anyone know if you can actually do that? He doesnt even have a CDC number yet...only his PFN. Can someone tell me how visiting works there...i'm not trying to listen to him cuz he aint been there before and he's listing to all the guys he's in Santa Rita with and they all keep giving him mixed information. Any advice is greatly appriciated.

my fiance called me last night (he's in county right now) but said the bus is coming to pick him up for San Quentin. He told me to go online and print out a visiting form to send in now so it won't take so long. Does anyone know if you can actually do that? He doesnt even have a CDC number yet...only his PFN. Can someone tell me how visiting works there...i'm not trying to listen to him cuz he aint been there before and he's listing to all the guys he's in Santa Rita with and they all keep giving him mixed information. Any advice is greatly appriciated.
Hello and Welcome, It is my understanding that your loved one has to send you an original form from the prison. Thats what I have read anyway. Tell him as soon as he arrives to obtain the form, sign it and send it to you as quickly as possible. Hope this helps!

hi my name is kat and my man just got to san quentin about 2 weeks ago. he is in reception and i havent been able to talk to him. he was suppose to get out at the end of may but because he spent so much time in county he now get out the end of june. whats up with that. and does anyone know how to get there from san jose

Hello, My name is nita, My son is currently in San Quentin in Reception. He has been there going on 3 months. He has been sentenced to 31 years and well be sent to a level 4 prison not sure which one.
Thank you

Hello, I just found out today they have decided which prison they are going to send my son to. They won't tell me which one or when he well go. They assured me that they keep the inmates as close to home as possible is this true? His counselor told him they could send him as far south to some prison by the mexico boarder.

If I already posted this message please forgive me.
I called San Quentin this morning to talk to my sons
counselor but he doesn't have a extention so i spoke with his superviser
She said that my son has assigned to go to another prison most likely next week
she said they try to keep inmates close to where there family lives is this true?
His counselor told him they could send him as far south as to prison by the mexican border well that happen?

Hello...my name is Tish and my man has been at SQ since 6/03 and is due to be released on 3/8/07. We met through a very good friend of mine that is a former inmate. My man and I started writing in Dec 05 and have fallen in love and are planning on marrying late next year. I have visited 4 times and every time I go there it is easier and easier and a better visit than the last....I just went there last Sunday, spent 4 hours with him and we laughed the whole time....I love you hunny bunny and cannot wait til we can see each other again.


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Hello Tish~ I wish you both the very best. I hope my son meets someone who would be open to marry him. He has a lot of female friends who write and a couple that visit him. Hello...my name is Tish and my man has been at SQ since 6/03 and is due to be released on 3/8/07. We met through a very good friend of mine that is a former inmate. My man and I started writing in Dec 05 and have fallen in love and are planning on marrying late next year. I have visited 4 times and every time I go there it is easier and easier and a better visit than the last....I just went there last Sunday, spent 4 hours with him and we laughed the whole time....I love you hunny bunny and cannot wait til we can see each other again.


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Hi Nita:

Thank you for the well wishes...did you find out where your son is being transferred to?

My name is Wendy. My husband has only been in San Quentin for about 3 weeks. He's in the reception area and just waiting to see a counselor and to be sent to whatever prison they decide to send him to. He got a 25 year sentance. I've received several letters from him and he's started to receive mine. At this point those are the only communitcation we have. I'm still waiting for my visiting approval. Hopefully I'll see him soon. I miss him more than words can say.:cry:

How did you get approved so fast? It's been over three weeks for me and I am trying to see my son in reception in SQ

Hello all.My name is Toni.My son,Daniel, has been in SQ for 3 weeks now.He is serving 4 and a half months for violation.This scares me to death!! He has no family or any support there. He is all alone.His entire family is here in the south. He was in Avenal for almost a year,got out to having all his gate money stolen and no place to go or anyone to call.We sent him money to come home on .We didn't know what else to do.He got here the weekend of Mothers day.He and his sisiter were headed back to Tx and got pulled over.CA extradited him back within 2 weeks.Then he was in SQ within a week.

Hey eveyone, My name is Eric and I am Eric's homegirl's husband. I served 4 hellish months at San Quentin State Prison in December 03, to March 04. I was

on west block for 35 days and then sent to the overflow section in the gym
at the prison till my release. Can' t say enough how happy I am to be out of
that chit hole. Of all the prisons I have done time in, San Quentin is the worst.
Loud, noisy, stinky, disgusting, gross etc.. the list is endless. If anyone needs
help with Reception for parole violators at San Quentin I can help.

I sent in visitor approval form over a month ago, no approval they can't find it sent it again same stuff. My son was in West block now in hole need to find out how to get visitation and hear he was going to be sent to Susanville. Trying to get hardship papers but couselor has not called me back and I left messages everyday for over a month even sent letter. Can you help me out with some info??
sickandsad

My son too was transfered from Hill Rd to SQ West Block...Not in West block now. PM me I need some info
sickandsad

Hello,
My name is Jay. This is my first experience with loving an incarcerated person. My guy is on D/R at San Quentin. I am too happy to have found this website. I have very little support on the "outside" so it's good to know that there is support out there :grouphug:
Thanks,
Jay

I have a friend who has spent several years in SQ. He has been recommended for parole. He has not been released yet. . . what is going on with the prison system in California? He's a "lifer", has been in the system since the early 80's. I am worried for him.

Our best friend was accused by his ex wife and subsequently took a plea bargain under pressure from his brain dead lawyer. Unfortunatley the plea was not what he thought. Don't ever admit to something you didn't do!!!! Anyway, this is our first experience with a loved one in the system and we are heartbroken. We have lost our best friend for several years.
God watch over him!!

welcome everybody to pto

Hi Everyone,
My father is at San Quentin... and has been there for awhile... he's active in the Vietnam Veterans Group, Protestant Bible Study, and Choir.

Its difficult to visit him when I live 6 hours away, but my sister just moved up to the Fremont area. Sadly she doesn't have a car, I noticed she posted something in the ride share area (but no replys yet).
I try to come up every 2 months... maybe I'll meet some of you in line one of these days. :)

:( Well I'm back...I'm Pam, and I used to post to the Deul vocational forum, but he got out, and went back (hum...).... my loved one is in San Quentin now... just left reception but is in the hole and will be there to ride out his violation which should be done in December. But he has a hearing August 1st at Colusa for new charges.

My friend is in SQ reception. He was sentenced to 6 years 4 months. He has been there for 2 months and we are hoping that he will be moved soon. He will not allow me to come see him there. He says it is not a nice place and that I do not need to see him in that capacity

My boyfriend is in for a violation of parole. For leaving the county without a pass and getting cought. (This system is so STUPID!) He was in High Desert State Prison for Reception. Then went to Susanville for his remaining time. And is sent back here to San Quentin, he was sentenced 10 months with half time so thats 5 months. He might do all his time here or will be moved to Pulacan Bay, or back to Susanville. I recived my visiting applaction yesterday and filled it out and sent it back today. So with in 2 months or less I'll be able to visit him.

my dad is bein transferred to SQ in a week. Just read about visitation being approved...it takes 4-8 weeks! wrote him and told him. does anyone know of a website that you can send packages to them? I know he cant get anything for 30 days except letters. any help and links would be much obliged.:):)

My husbands cousin is in San Quentin. Im looking forward to a visit with him soon

Hey ladies!! I just wanted to say good morning to the San Quentin ladies. How is everyone doing? Well, I am counting down and I am so excited!! My baby has been down 8 years and I know he is ready to be home with his wife and son. I was just wondering how all visits every weekend like me....I know I am not the only one,heyI may be walking right past you in the visiting room and don't know it

We haven't visited our friend yet, but I just wanted to say congrats on the countdown! Best wishes to you all

Sadheart

Well my guy is now in San Quentin, west block. It is weird, I can feel his state of mind in the letter I just recieved. It's not a happy one, hopefully they will get him on mainline soon. I read the stats on reception at cdc.ca.gov, and the reception is made for 1400+ and there are 3300 people there, can you imagine?? Maybe he will be released early as he is only doing five months, and it is only for a violation... what do you think?? anyone have an idea on how that works? I hope you all are hanging in there, and remember to keep your head up no matter what....

Take Care,
Dointime2

My son is in SQ reception. I just received the Visitor Approval Notice. I was just wondering how often does lockdown happens there. I live 150 miles away and would like to know if there's any way to find out if I can visit before starting out? How long is each visit? Any info will be much appreciated.

I'd call San Quentin first (415) 454-1460 and check ... visits are as long as you get there (for main line) between visiting hours. I know how you feel, I live 345 miles away.

Well Im new to the whole prison thing my Fiance is In San Quentin State prison he was bought their at the end of last month. We Have a 7 1/2 month old son together and well im lookin for answers to so so so many questions i have

Mrs.Juan, welcome to PTO. Take your time and search the threads and I am sure that you will find helpful answers to your questions. It is a wonderful group of people here, without them I would be much more confused and scared than I am now. Welcome!!!

Hi there, I am brand new to PTO. My boyfriend was just transfered to
San Quentin for a parole violation. He is in the Reception Center as far as
I know. He's waiting to hear how much extra time he will have to spend for
the violation.

Anyone out there who can tell me more about what he can expect during
his wait. Can he make phone calls out?

Thanks for the help.

SingingSuze

Hi my name is Shari and I am new here. My bf was transfered to Quentin for a parole violation. He is in Recp. and says he will be there for the whole time he is there. He was already told that he was given 9 months so with half time I am looking at seeing him right around my birthday. That will be the best present ever.

Hi everyone. I am new to this whole thing... my fiancee is in San Quentin for his 90 day observation. I have sent him letters and his sister-in-law has sent him a package of paper and envelopes but i just recieved a letter saying he still hasn't recieved any mail or anything from anyone. how long does it usually take? I mean he has court again on march 23rd. but I dunno whats gonna happen. Anyways, I'll be on here quite often now that i know about this site.:p

Hi everyone. My name is Lyndia and my husband is in reception at SQ. He's serving a 19 year sentence (of which he has already done 4 years in county) He too says it is a disgusting, filthy, hateful place and I don't doubt it. I have been able to send him magazines and newspapers. I would love to visit him, but can never seem to get through to make an appointment! Anyway, nice to meet you all.:)

FYI The National Geographic Channel is running a program called San Quentin Unlocked. It's a documentary told from the perspective of the employees.

Osiyo(Hello) my sisters,,I'm alphawolfspirit,,Good Morning to you all!
Peace,Love an' Sweet Harmony,
Ona,
alphawolfspirit

Aloha...Im from Hawaii and I just happened to check this site and thought to get updated when i saw the post that said,"San quentin Unlocked". Do you know when this will air again..presuming that Ive missed it now that its June?
Mahalo ka kou....(thank you....)

Hi everyone, I'm Martha. My fiancee is on death row at San Quentin State Prison.

This is my 2nd dr relationship. The other one was with a very popular dr inmate who many think he is hot. LOL He is and he is sweet but that wasn't for me. I don't like to share. Luckily I met my new man and we've been together 5 years. I finally know true love. Since my divorce I can only date men in prison it seems. LOL whatever but I'm happy now.

I'll be marrying him at the end of the year. Anyway I am here for support, and to help with what I can regarding info. I've been around the prison situation since 1999. I've been through lots of ups and downs. So I think I can be helpful.

You are welcome to PM me for anything. I'm just here to help.

I just joined PTO today after lurking about for a few months.

My guy is on San Quentin DR. He has been there for about fifteen years and we have been together for two. Not sure what the future holds only that he has to be in mine.

I probably know some stuff and need to know a whole lot more so no doubt I will have some questions but you can always ask me anything and if I can help I will.

It's great to be here and thank you to you all for being there.

I am new to all this, like many of you. This is also my boyfriend's first time in prison. He will be going into reception at San Quentin in about a week. I have known him for about 32 years, we've been together about 3 and he did his crime about 5 years ago, white collar crime. I am amazed at the strength and loyalty that so many of you women have. I've learned a lot from you just reading many of your postings. I'm glad this site exists because there is so much fear in not knowing what he will be up against and how our relationship will survive. I appreciate all your comments and the knowledge you have provided to me about SQ and the system.

Page

Hi to everybody on this thread. I'm actually only on here to browse for some info, but I thought it rude to read over all this and not stop to say hello.

My name is Dee, my husband and I were recently married 9/22/07. He is in SQ but only finishing time on a violation and comes home after Christmas. I sympathize & feel for all your stories, DR wives, gf's, family, friends, supporters & inmates. We all have a story, lets not judge or try and cast stones.
God Bless,
Mrs. Palma

Hi, I'm brand new to this with a twist most of you haven't encountered. Or, if you have, it's probably a rarity. My name is Therese. My partner is in San Quentin on a parole violation. I have no idea how that system works. I am trying to gain as much knowledge as I can so I can make informed and educated decisions on how these next few months, possibly year, are going to be for us. I realize some of you may be unwilling to assist me, but above all else, I am a woman, and I do happen to love someone who is now at San Quentin.

Hi, I'm brand new to this with a twist most of you haven't encountered. Or, if you have, it's probably a rarity. My name is Therese. My partner is in San Quentin on a parole violation. I have no idea how that system works. I am trying to gain as much knowledge as I can so I can make informed and educated decisions on how these next few months, possibly year, are going to be for us. I realize some of you may be unwilling to assist me, but above all else, I am a woman, and I do happen to love someone who is now at San Quentin.



what do you want to know ? I have done time in SQSP and I have discharged my parole both where a pain

logan

Hi my Fiance is now back in SQ. He was there last year for a short time on a violation and i was able to see him while he was in reception. He was sent there several weeks ago from county where he was for 5 months. Does anyone know how long Reception is gonna take? We dont know where they will send him for mainline he will be out in 2010 and I am so depressed about it. I am trying to take in one day at a time but somedays the pain I feel overwhelming. This forum has helped me a lot and I am grateful there is somewhere to go where people understand and can relate to our situation.

Caresgirl forever

Hi friends, does anyone know the time that you need to be at San Quentin in order to pick up your loved one? Is it 5AM or 6AM? or 7AM maybe?

Thanks,
Dee

To Caresgirl, It's hard to say how long reception takes. My son has just arrived in San Quentin reception for the 2nd time. The first time, 2005, he was in reception almost 3 months to the day before he was transfered to Soledad and mainlined. While he was there he had a cell mate who came after him and was mainlined BEFORE him. I also met another mom on PTO who's son was in SQ reception as well. He son stayed in reception for 6 months. However, he son was determined to be a level one and was accepted for fire camp and they seemed to be waiting to send him when another training session was going to begin. My son has another friend who was in reception there for over 4 months. I think it depends on whether the county gets their paperwork sent over quickly or not. Also, I happened to call his counselor for information twice so that might or might not have made a difference. My son also kept putting in requests to see his counselor as well. He was asked what prisons he would like to mainline too and he choose Solano, DVI and San Quentin. When he was mainlined he was moved very suddenly with no warning at 3:30 AM and driven to Soledad. So much for putting in a request. Your loved ones should be able to tell you if they have been to see their counselors yet or not and what the counselor might have thought about their future placement. Good luck.

Hi there,
I posted a more detailed intro on the California Intro forum.

My guy is going to be in SQ for only a couple of months (hopefully!) but I have questions and am looking forward to hearing from folks who have experience directly with SQ.

My boyfriend is in SQ, keeps getting parole violations, he had only been out for 1 month after doing 11 months at Delano, he had a special condition, not to drink, guess what he had been drinking so now he is back there. This is very nerve racking for me.

:confused: Greetings all, Thanks to PTO for such great support and info. My husband just got to West Block Jan 28th. How soon will he be able to call home. What can he have(books, magazines, etc.)? How long does it take for him to get a letter? is it true express mail will reach him faster? Please help, any info on San Quentin is welcomed.

Hi, I'm Sapphire. My Husband just got transferred to SQ from County Jail on 2/29/08. He's been in county before but this is the 1st time (And hopefully the last time) in state prison. I started viewing PTO as a guest a few months ago and decided to join once he was transferred to SQ. I have already found great support and comfort here.

Thank you for this site. I have been reading for the last few months while my husband has been waiting transfer from county. Now that he is at s.q I registered. It is comforting to read posts from other who are dealing with the same questions. My husband has been out of s.q for about 7 years but is back again transfered on march 17, 08. Now I wait to hear when his release date will be most likely sometime in jan. or feb. 09

This inmate is 64 yrs and on DR and I am about to write to him a first letter. I am not sure if he is still there, though. How would I find out for sure? I am happy to find this SQSTP Cal Topic & Discussion thread. I am a pp for a few long term inmates. I have found other SQ DR-inmate-names, and am wondering if it is a good move to write to more then one DR-inmate in SQ or better to just pick one to be pp? Please PM me to inbox. Thx :confused: ~Keeley

Just heard from my friend in East Block that they are having a clean up i.e.killing all the rats and mice.Sadly as a consequence of this dozens of birds are being poisoned and are being collected in sack sby the c.o.s.

My name is Laurie. My fiancée has only been in San Quentin for about 3 1/2 weeks. He's in the reception area. He got a 6 year sentence. I've received several letters from him. . I'm still waiting for my visiting approval.:)

Hi! My bro-in-law went to SQ 2wks ago after 9mos @ County.

Hello all.
I am 1stcousin to: My Brother of Another Mother, in the Grim Reapers lo-cal; East Block.
My 1stcousin has been my spirtual burden for 16 years. I use to be pro-death but it all changes when its your blood facing the chair.

It is the Grace of God I am not sitting next to him

Jesus was killed by Capital Punishment since I gained His grace I see the light.

:)Hi You all.
I got a really good friend at DR in San Quentin.:(
He is a friend and that is all.
This is the first time I have ever written with an DR inmate..
But that is soo nice to have his letters, and we talk very good through our letters...
Reena from Denmark......:)

Hi all,

Already intro-ed myself elsewhere on the forum but thought it only polite to do so, briefly, here.

I write to a friend on DR and I had no idea how much of a rollercoaster this experience would be (he's my first ever pp). I've been through more emotions in the last few months than most people do in a year! However, I wouldn't exchange it, or him, for the world and I am so glad and extremely grateful to have found this forum and all the wonderful, supportive, informative people here.

Danalia :)

Hey all new to the experience, I was going to ask alot of questions but after reading everyone's reply , I think I got an idea. My man is still in county about to be transferred to S.Q in about a week (june 2nd) to the reception area, hopefully I'll get to see him before they transfer him again to I don't know where??!@? He's been there before, and he's trying to be helpful to me knowing I've never been with anyone in the system before, I miss him like crazy it's only been gone 3months but he's going to be gone 3yrs. Already I'm buggin because I don't know what to expect fully, It really didnt hit me until the Judge said 3yrs in Quinten state, I know I'm being a baby especially after reading some of the reply's on here where your loved ones have 5,10,and up. Anyway glad to be here.

Signed serious Love Jones

Hey...

Name's Sue, my brother just mainlined at SQ, took all of a few months, but it was good to finally hear his voice the other day, and hear his spirits are up now that the reception BS and wait is over. On top of it all, he only got stung with a nickle (not the deuce the DA was hoping for... grrr...) so he'll be out sooner rather than later.

Anyway, thanks y'all for being here... what a long strange trip this has been so far...

Sus

hello again, this is my fourth time now, and yes my son is in again. Don't know for how long this time but I guess as usual I will find out. I'd like to say glad to be back but I'm not and I never left just didn't come here every day for a few months. 4 months out this time which beats 4 days out last time. Guess that is an improvement though

Hello to everyone new to the forum. My honey was transferred there on Monday June 2nd. what do I expect to happen the next 2yrs. One thing I did find out was he probably wont be in S.Q long he's being transferred again. I just hope I can see him before that happens, I hear visiting passes take over a month

Hi my names clare, im from the UK but i have a Penfriend on DR at San Quentin. We write pretty frequently. I would like to think that hopefully one day I would be able to flight out there and visit him.

Well welcome to the California boards and the San Quentin Forum. I hope you find all the answers you need.

Hi my names clare, im from the UK but i have a Penfriend on DR at San Quentin. We write pretty frequently. I would like to think that hopefully one day I would be able to flight out there and visit him.