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Interview with Katherine

JM: What clothes could you have brought in to wear in the jail (underwear, socks, etc.)?
Katherine: my bra without the metal inside. they would rip my wire out of the bra if i wanted to take the bra in with me.

JM: If you had a set uniform, what did it look like? Please be specific about each piece of clothing issued to you.
Katherine: It was a blue button up shirt with a bright green collar. Blue pants, black shoes, and it must be tucked in if your shirt has buttons on it.

JM: Were there any assigned clothes in high demand that an inmate should look for when getting clothing assigned?
Katherine: Pants that are very tight or pull over shirts

JM: Was the clothing different between men and women?
Katherine: Not sure. It was a all womens prison

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