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SHIVERING MEMOIRES OF AN EX-INMATE
This narrative is the memoire of an ex-inmate who chose to share the pangs of his incarceration in a Florida prison. It gives outsiders a peek at dirty deeds committed behind prison walls without condemnation. If others would come forth, once free and no longer in a position to become victims of retaliation and truthfully tell their story, those actions committed in […]
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IS MASTURBATION AN INSTITUTIONAL VIOLATION?
Historically, masturbation was socially prohibited as a physically and psychologically destructive behavior. Today it is more widely accepted as a normal and enjoyable part of human sexuality (Hillman 1975). However, masturbation, when it occurs in a Florida prison, can result in a subsequent jail sentence..
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SHAKESPEARE’S ROMEO, SEXUAL OFFENDER?
What do these laws mean for teens? Linda Lowen {About.com} writes, “You Say Boyfriend – Some States Say Child Molester.” When Shakespeare brought Romeo and Juliet to life, he was intentional in choosing two young characters as his protagonists. Then as now, two teens having consensual sex is understandable. But an adult molesting a child […]
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NEW LAWS GOVERNING RESTORATION OF CIVIL RIGHTS
Effective March 9, 2011, there is a new process governing the restoration of civil rights for felons and new time frames that must be honored prior to submitting an application to the Clemency Board. Restoration of Civil Rights without a hearing is for less serious offenses and requires that the applicant be crime and arrest […]
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NIGHTMARISH EFFECT OF HARSH ‘TOUGH ON CRIME’ LEGISLATION
If you think that Mandatory Minimum, Three Strike Laws and The War on Drugs is a nightmare, please visit the websites below and read the attached Blogs in the Time Union Newspaper – Jacksonville, FL as it relates to the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (Rico-Act) and African American gang members A mandatory sentence […]
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GOT A FELONY – GET A JOB
FRESH OUT OF PRISON? LOOKING FOR WORK? If you’ve served your time and live in Jacksonville, Florida, you may be in luck. Founded in 1999, Operation New Hope is dedicated to providing individuals and families with opportunities and tools necessary to rebuild their lives and restore communities through sustainable economic development initiatives. Ready4Work is one […]
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HAVE YOUR FLORIDA CIVIL RIGHTS BEEN RESTORED?
Find out by calling: 800-435-8286 by fax: 850-488-0695 by website: https://fpcweb.fpc.state.fl.us by e-mail: clemencyweb@fpc.state.fl.us by address: Florida Parole Commission 4070 Esplanade Way Tallahassee, FL 32399-2450
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GEORGIA TO EXECUTE IN SPITE OF REASONABLE DOUBT
We cannot stand by and allow any unconscionable injustice to finish its course. ColorofChange.org is leading the effort to intervene and halt a questionable execution. You can get involved in saving the life of a man who is not guilty beyond reasonable doubt by signing the e-letter, via the link below, to the Georgia Parole […]
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BECOMING ELIGIBLE FOR WORK RELEASE IN FLORIDA
Work Release is defined by the Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) as a program that allows selected inmates to work at paid employment in the community during the last months of their confinement. There are 30 Work Release Centers (WRC) in Florida and an inmate must meet the established criteria in order to be considered […]
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