Milam County Jail

Good Behavior

Interview with Charlie and Don


JM: Did you get off early based on good behavior?
Charlie: No. There is no “good time” in the jail, even for the trustees. Trustees receive some very limited privileges including being able to get out of their tank for extended periods of time, unlimited access to the law library and exercise yard, and they occasionally get to go outside (escorted) to do work such as washing vehicles.
Don: no

JM: What is the most time off you can receive for good behavior?
Charlie: n/a
Don: dont know

JM: What types of actions do you need to avoid in order to get time off?
Charlie: n/a
Don: fights