The prison was originally a place of fear and mystery. In film and television, it is full of violence and conflict. However, with the widespread spread of prison schedules on the Internet, it has gradually become the most ideal place to provide accommodation, food and free medical services for the elderly.
This situation can't help but make the general public more curious about this place, and want to know the real life of prisoners in prisonAre they living in complete isolation from the outside world?Those who are sentenced to life imprisonment, are their lives really so comfortable in prison?
1. What is the real life situation in prison?
"Fixed-term imprisonment" and "life imprisonment" are two well-known terms. As we all know, a prison sentence means that there is a time limit for a prisoner's life in prison, so people often mistakenly think that life imprisonment is "life imprisonment", but this is not the case.
Just because a prisoner is sentenced to life imprisonment, it doesn't mean they have to stay in prison forever. If an inmate behaves well in prison and meets certain criteria, they are eligible for a reduced sentence. The greater the number of commutations, the sooner the release will be. The law not only imposes severe penalties on offenders, but also provides them with the opportunity to become human beings again.
In the past, due to the closed information and the imperfection of the Internet, most people had little knowledge of the daily life of prisons. But in today's information age, where the network is highly developed, people have developed a deep envy and curiosity about the prison lifestyle.
The enviable thing is that prison life circulating on the internet is actually not as shady as most people think. On the contrary, it not only provides room and board, stable salary, free medical care, but also regular psychological counseling, and the treatment is even better than that of some poor people.
People are wondering, are these things really true?Isn't going to prison a kind of torture, but a long-term guarantee for yourself?
Despite the rumors on the Internet about the ease of life in prisons, even though the prison has now been managed in a scientific way, it is by no means a peaceful place. The rules and regulations of the prison are stricter than those outside the walls, because they are full of criminals who break the law.
After entering the prison, the first task of the prisoner is to learn and master the various rules and regulations of the prison. These rules and regulations cover all aspects of the prison, and their goal is to break and reshape the past habits, personal thoughts and values of offenders through rigorous institutional education and reform.
It usually takes about two months to learn the rules and regulations, and then it enters a long and tedious phase of re-education through labor, which is also a core part of prison life.
Every morning at 6 a.m., the prison starts its day at a scheduled time. The prisoners, who are dressed in prison uniforms and live in the dormitories, get up on time to complete their daily washing and housekeeping. This is not an ineffective task, as the ability to wash up on time and keep housekeeping tidy are key factors in determining the likelihood of a reduced sentence.
Next, the inmates will be guided by the prison guards to complete activities such as morning exercise and meals. The prison canteen is cooked by a professional chef, and although it is a large pot of rice, it is nutritionally balanced and has a light taste, which is good for health.
After the meal, the inmates began their work, and although there are many people on the Internet who describe their entry into the prison as "stepping on a sewing machine", in reality, the scope of their work is not so simple.
The job responsibilities of male and female prisoners differ. Typically, female prisoners are assigned to less physically demanding jobs, such as sewing, while male prisoners are assigned to more skill-demanding jobs, such as electricians, carpenters, etc.
Of course, this situation is not absolute. Some men may be assigned to sewing jobs, while women also have the opportunity to work in related skills such as electricians.
Due to the high level of secrecy and strict staffing management system, prisons often perform tasks that require a high degree of enclosure such as printing, sorting and assembling high school examination papers.
Prisoners spend most of their time in prison occupied by these monotonous jobs, but these jobs are not free and are paid a fixed monthly salary. The salary of prisoners in prison is set according to their actual situation, and generally includes three aspects: basic salary, allowance and bonus. Based on their performance, they are divided into four levels, with the lowest level salary being $100 and the highest level being $200.
Different geographies have their own specific compensation requirements, and the above only applies to most cities. For example, in the more economically developed first-tier cities, prisoners' salaries in prisons are usually higher, up to 500 yuan, which is two times or more than the salary of prisoners in ordinary cities.
Job evaluations in prisons are not only based on the number of hours worked, but also take into account the professional attitude and abilities of the inmates to ensure that all inmates are on the same page.
Labor reform in prisons is not only to allow prisoners to spend time with their work, but more importantly, to help them master life skills, establish a correct concept of life, and realize the improvement and rebirth of self-worth.
When one sees that prisoners are paid every month, some doubts may arise: since the prison provides room and board, and the prisoners cannot go out, it doesn't seem to make much sense to pay them
In fact, prisoners who excel in their daily lives are eligible to go out and buy the items they need. Despite the restrictions on going out to shop, this has become one of the few moments when they have a chance to break free from social constraints.
Prisoners are also required to attend classes and news programs after completing their daily tasks, all to help them understand the law more deeply, understand what is necessary and what should not be, and become truly aware of the wrongs they have made, so as to reshape their values.
At ten o'clock in the evening, the prisoners will rest on time, and the days in the prison are like this from morning to night.
From this point of view, prison life seems to be strict, regular, and monotonous. But under the scientific and humane prison management system, the interior of the high walls can also present a rich diversity. So, what other ways do prisoners have fun in prison besides basic living needs such as eating, studying, and working?
Second, within the high walls, it is also possible to present a colorful scene.
Liu Xiaoqing, a brilliant Chinese actress, has lived through a time like no other. She spent 422 days inside the walls for breaking the law. In prison, she maintained a healthy lifestyle and exercised her body. During that time, her main job was to make quilts, wall calendars and other simple and meticulous tasks.
Liu Xiaoqing revealed in an interview that she had studied English in prison and had delved into the creations of famous writers.
Singer Zang Tianshuo also had the experience of singing "Grateful Heart" at the Mid-Autumn Festival Gala in prison, although his performance this time was quite low-key, but it still attracted the attention and reports of many **.
By observing the real lives of the two big stars, we can understand that life in prison is not as monotonous and boring as most people think.
The environment does have an impact on emotions, which in turn have an impact on the body. In a closed and oppressive prison environment, prisoners live a monotonous and boring life every day, they see no hope and cannot interact with the outside world, which can easily lead to psychological problems.
For inmates with shorter sentences, they may need to spend up to a dozen to decades in prison, the likelihood of getting out of prison is slim, and life seems to have no clear direction. This oppressive living environment and negative state of mind can lead to the spread of negative emotions, which can cause great harm to a person over time.
In order to deal with this problem, the prison regularly invites psychologists to communicate with the inmates, and the prison guards also pay close attention to the inmates' behavior and provide them with psychological support through dialogue and other means.
In daily life, the prison provides a variety of courses for inmates, in addition to the news programs and legal education courses that they must have every day, but also covers the training of electricians, carpenters, guitar players and other skills.
The prison also organizes a variety of activities, such as making dumplings during the Chinese New Year, making zongzi during the Dragon Boat Festival, holding mini-sports meetings and Mid-Autumn Festival parties. In addition, there is a library inside the prison and a place for inmates to relax and unwind, such as a corner.
This colorful activity not only enriches the daily life of the offender, so that they do not have extra time to think about it, but also helps to relieve some of the negative emotions in their hearts.
Prisons not only care about the mental health of prisoners, but also pay more attention to their physical health. If they are sick, the prison can provide free medical care;If they are not in good health, the prison can provide them with extra care;And for prisoners who are old and infirm and unable to work, the prison can even consider applying to serve their sentence outside of prison.
From here we can clearly see that the prison lifestyle is very humane and scientific. Although the high walls of the prison are very solid, making prison life seem monotonous, as long as there is the presence and care of people, it can provide endless warmth. Those who have made mistakes also have the opportunity to turn over a new leaf and reintegrate into society.
With the progress of society, the way of life in prisons has become more scientific and humane, which helps prisoners to renew their lives, integrate into society more quickly and start a new life, which is an important step forward in the process of the rule of law.
In fact, it is not just a person who has made a mistake who is trapped by a high wall, but more a person who has a good time and hope for the future. It is normal for many people to feel lost after leaving prison because of the change in the environment, and I hope that the public can have more understanding of them and reduce some discrimination.
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