King County Jail

Inmates

Interview with Jenna, Cris and Mel


JM: Did you find it difficult to get along with other inmates?
Jenna: Not really, I actually met some really good people in there (despite where we were). There are always going to be bullies, so you have some people who talk loud and bad. But I didn't encounter anyone I couldn't handle, I think it different on the men's side though.
Cris: NO
Mel: No. I kept my mouth shut and my head down, and didnt do anything unusual to attract attention to myself and I was not bothered.

JM: What types of things did you have to do to avoid problems or fights with other inmates?
Jenna: Well I stood up for myself, and when felt the person wouldn't quit yapping I would walk away with words (arguing is a waste of time). The best thing I did was find a couple of really good ladies who were into reading the bible, don't let that fool you they stood up for me as well.
Cris: SLEEP
Mel: Kept aware of procedures, (when to line up, when to be awake for headcount) to make sure my actions didn't affect the entire tank.

JM: Were you able to choose an inmate if you knew one?
Jenna: No you were put where you were told, if you told them you had health issues or needed certain accommodations maybe.
Cris: There are no choose in jail. you do what the staff say or they make you life HELL