Reply ID: ivi6
7-16-18

Hey, Kyla (kylajohnson81).
In answering your question regarding typical inmates, I took some time to think things over and do some asking around. Here's the outcome. In the area of typicality, it appears the prison system is split into three sections: typical, unofficially-typical, and non-typical.

Typical consists of 70%+ of the inmates. These are the guys who are in so much of an ego trip that they literally think they can do anything they want without having to take into consideration any of the rules laid out in life or any of the other people around them. Basically, the world revolves around them.

Unofficial-typical consists of 20% of the inmates. These are the guys who are enticed by the first group and want to learn to follow in their practices. However, it hasn't progressed to the point of taking over their original character.

Non-typical consists of 10% of the inmates. These are the gentlemen who are in prison with the goal in mind to serve their time with as little trouble as possible. Also, to not allow themselves to be brought down or to become institutionalized. In the meantime, they actually show respect to those around them.

I hate to be an inconvenience here, but could you give a little more detail to the term prison counselor? In your first letter, you seemed to be referring to the area of law, but counselor can also be used in the area of psychology, guidance, or even classification. I just need a little more regarding your interests to be sure I fully understand which direction you want before I decide whether or not to put in my two cents worth in regards to your wellbeing.

In closing, let me just add some recent information I learned while doing my homework. I don't know what state you're in, but I know this applies to me in Florida and a good number of other states. The funding for prisons in the area of counseling help has been hacked by approximately $17 million.

Write back soon,
MAZE