CountyJail.net

Find Duval County Jail inmates...

Closing Advice

Interview with Bill, Rochelle, Joyce, Mikey, Eric, Kirk, Janelle and Claudia

JM: What else would you want a friend or family member to know if they have a loved one going to this jail?
Bill: Get a MagicJack or Virtual Phone number in the 904 area code. Telephones are the single most important tool to survive in any jail. If you are unfortunate enough to not be able to bond out, the lack of mental stimulation in the jail will cause mental health issues. Just keep phones accessible
Rochelle: Tell them to obey every officer and do not talk a lot.
Joyce: DO NOT SEND MONEY unless you plan on sending a large amount because each day, jso deducts a certain amount and if the person has been in jail for a week and you send them $20 they will deduct (I believe it is $2 per day). So that would be $14 gone before they even know they have money in the account.
Mikey: keep up your letters with them a letter is better then a phone call they can always read that letter ladies if your man is in ther spray your letters with your perfume so he can always think f you its better then thinkin about where he is at the present time
Eric: There are a few things you should do if you're ever faced with jail time. One is to learn from the mistake that sent you there. Accept responsibility for your actions. Stop blaming everyone other than yourself. You did it, and you must pay the price. Number One: Take this time for introspection and for getting closer to jesus Christ. He loves you!
Kirk: Make sure that they have someone on the outside constantly checking on them daily. The correction officers could care less if you live or die in this jail. Its not were you want to be.
Janelle: That they will more than likely keep passing your court date, they are tough on first offenders, and try to make bond so you don't have to sit forever. And read, read, and read some more. It will keep you sane.
Claudia: The food is not that good compared with other facilities. The phones are hard to get to. The corrections officers are nasty. When you go to court, be prepare for a long day.

JM: If somebody knows they will be serving time in this jail what is your advice to them?
Bill: The jail is TRYING to get you to take a plea and get convicted. You are worth more money to them after conviction. Just fight it as long as you can or go to trial. Don't believe what they say about you will get a maximum sentence.
Rochelle: Volunteer this gets you out of the cell or dorm.
Joyce: Try to get your family to buy you a magazine subscription because they books are all old and/or outdated. You can have magazine subscriptions delivered to you while in this jail
Mikey: dont bring any cash with you make sure you wear clean clothe in cause this will smell horible afterwards if the arent clean and go in with the thoughts that you will be out soon
Eric: Try to get hold of something warm to wear, even if it's only an extra sheet or a blanket. Show respect to everyone. Keep your mouth shut and your eyes (and ears) open. PRAY!
Kirk: Its pretty much the same. Make sure your loved ones keep a close eye on everything that is going on. Best advise is dont get into trouble here or you will regret it.
Janelle: Read, read, and read. Also, sleep as much as possible, and keep in contact with your attorney and friends and family. Don't think too much about the outside world. Eat minimal.
Claudia: Most people who come through this facility will not serve their time there. They will be transferred to the Montgomery Correctional Facility, but they should wear their own tennis shoes and try to have money for commissary.

JM: Please list any other jail or rehab facilities you have been to.
Joyce: I was in both the Avoyelles Women's Correctional Center (AWCC) in Marksville La. and the Rapides Parish jail in Alexandria, La
Mikey: leon county jail and i have been to prison in indian river corectional and at landcaster correctional
Eric: St. Johns County Jail, River Region Rehab, U.S. Customs Holding Cell.
Kirk: none
Janelle: That is all.
Claudia: I have been in no other jail facilities.