Freedom From Jail - Prison is a distressing or traumatic experience for most people. These policies harm not only prisoners, but also their families, friends, and the public. The constitution protects these rights for good reason. With the finish line in sight, how are inmates gearing up for a life beyond maximum security prison? Supreme court has ruled that the first amendment entitles prisoners to receive and send mail, subject only to the institution’s need to protect security. Many restrictive policies serve neither this nor any other legitimate purpose. What trials will they face. But for a small number, it can have a positive transformational effects. Incarceration can have a drastic effect on a person. Supreme court made clear that “ [p]rison walls do not form a barrier separating inmates from the protections of the constitution.” individuals retain certain fundamental rights, even when incarcerated.
The constitution protects these rights for good reason. Many restrictive policies serve neither this nor any other legitimate purpose. Prison is a distressing or traumatic experience for most people. In prison, some people explore their inner. Incarceration can have a drastic effect on a person. Supreme court has ruled that the first amendment entitles prisoners to receive and send mail, subject only to the institution’s need to protect security. These policies harm not only prisoners, but also their families, friends, and the public. Supreme court made clear that “ [p]rison walls do not form a barrier separating inmates from the protections of the constitution.” individuals retain certain fundamental rights, even when incarcerated. But for a small number, it can have a positive transformational effects. With the finish line in sight, how are inmates gearing up for a life beyond maximum security prison? What trials will they face.