Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Prison

[kae]

abclove,

last week's mail may have been delayed due to weather.

[vtkaty13]

Originally Posted by strongernow

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TEL.: (770) 504-2000
FAX : (770) 504-2006

When I called this # I got an automated menu for all GDOC. What is the direct line to Jackson? Does anyone know the mailroom #?

Thanks

[ms.williams]

Hey uncle danny Young i c u back in jail. U just dont know how to stay out of trouble this days. Well we miss u. Love u always

[Hdz_Ncy]

My boyfriend just got moved to Georgia Diagnostic & Classification Prison why are they sent their? I also heard that in order to get paroled he mist live in a house not an apt is this true??? I would appreciate any info
Please and thank you :]

[sldamron]

can anyone send me information on Ga diagnostic center in Jackson Ga. My son was sent there and I have no idea the address to write him or what phone service to put money on. I sent him money using jpay but will they notify him. any help would be appreciated.

[April4]

Originally Posted by JLynnM83

Hi There!

I hope everyone is doing well and staying positive!

I am from Canada and my boyfriend is in Georgia USA! He was charged with theft by taking and violation of probation. He was sentenced to two years. He was at Gwinett County Detention Centre from July up until a few days ago. He has been transferred to Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Prison.
Being from Canada, I'm not entirely sure of how the prison system works in the USA. I'm basically learning as I go. I was told by someone at Gwinett County that if an inmate has a sentence of more then a year, they are eventually transferred to prison. Is this true?
Here's a list of my questions that I will hopefully be able to get answers to.

1) Why was my boyfriend transferred to Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Prison? And why was he transferred to a maximum security, when his only crime was theft by taking?

2) What does Diagnostic and Classification mean exactly? What is this place and what do they do?

3) His sister told me that he was in processing. What does this mean?

4) I understand that an individual can be granted parole 1/3 of their sentence. And my boyfriend has two years, making 1/3 of his sentence eight months. So his parole month should be March. But he told me that the parole board is four months behind, so March could turn into July. And I understand this. But my question is that, does his transfer effect him getting parole? Or can he still be granted parole?

5) At the Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Prison, are the inmates divided according to type of crime? I guess I just want to know that he is safe and he wont be put into any situations that can jeopardize his chances of being granted parole.

The last time I heard from him was the middle of February when he was still at Gwinnett, so now I write him back. I've also asked him the same questions about his case.

I am hoping that someone can answer my questions and help me to understand what is going on.

Thanks so much!

Hi, my name is april. My husband was transferred to GDCP yesterday. This is where they evaluate the inmates. If they were on drugs previously, or have mental issues,etc. this is where they will find out where to place the inmates. Either in max security, medium, or min. The usual time they are here is 6-8 wks. Could be longer. He will still be eligible for parole.

[neverbthesame]

my son has been at GDCP since oct and clearly past the 90 days. Since he is classified as diagnostic and not a permanent he cannot receive books or anything. My question is how can I get a special visit since I am in Illinois and he is in Georgia when every time he submits are request they go unanswered. I call and each time I am told something different. How can I get accurate info and what can he do to get his request to see a counselor answered? Thanks

[mydearestson]

Originally Posted by kae

hello JLynnM83.

welcome to pto and the ga forum family. i sent you a private message.

Hi everyone, I am lost my 24 year old son was transported last week from lowndes county jail in valdosta to jackson diagnostic and i just recieved a letter from me and was shocked because i was told it would one month before i hear from him. This is his first time in prison and i hope the last but i have so many questions. First is there a website that give information on his such as his destination and his maximum release date. Yes like many others I am going crazy and feeling as if i let my son down although he had an attorney it was like having a child represent him. I understand jackson is very rough, of course i never expected prison to be anything but rough. he is requesting money for commissary and for phone i certainly appreciate any advice you can give.
thanks.

[mydearestson]

I understand Jackson is where they house inmates on death row, it is really scaring me although my son nick is their at jackson he is not as strong as most think. I feel as if I am all alone yet I understand other families are going through the same. Hang in there to all.

[Praying4myson]

Is there anyone that has any first had knowledge or any information that could share with me about Jackson State Diag? My son was just transferred there on Monday. Are they locked down all day? Will he be able to call home? Is that place as dangerous as I have read about on the web? HELP ME PLEASE! Any information will help.

[s&talways]

No they are not on lockdown all day, though during the diagnostic process there is nothing for them to do. He will not be able to call home until after he has finished diagnostics which can take 2-6 weeks, they seem to be moving them through pretty fast though, my LO was finished in 13 days so it was not that bad. He will be able to write to you, so if you are able to make sure you put some money on his books so he is able to go to "store". Jackson uses Globel-tel for phone calls so you might want to look into setting up an account with them so he is able to call once he is done with the process. My LO has been at Jackson about 6 months now, he was made a permanent there once he was done with diagnostics, and in the time that he has been there it has been pretty quiet, no major fights or whatnot, though I have been told that the permanent side of the compound is more relaxed with less chaos than the diagnostic side, but my Hubby had no problems while in diagnostics either. It's not as bad as it's made out to be, though I am sure it's not a bed of roses either. Just try to relax, I know easier said than done, but he will be okay I am sure of it. Feel free to PM me if you have anymore questions and I will do my best to answer them for you.