Over Priced Canteen And Commissary

Innocent Man, Falsely Accused, Convicted And Slung In Houston County Jail

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The release of authentic police documents, by Jon Carroll, whistleblower of the Henry County Report and previously confirmed by former Police Chief John White, indicated that law enforcement officers planting drugs and weapons on black males and the District Attorney then prosecuting these fraudulent charges, as well as the District Attorney covering up crimes committed by law enforcement officers. As a result, several other victims of the same types of crimes alleged in those documents have come forward to join the community’s stand against these injustices committed by law enforcement, lawyers, and judicial officers of the court.

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The following statement is from a Gentleman that came forward to tell his story, the wrongs done, the legal misrepresentation, the punishment meted out, the brutal and inhumane conditions suffered whilst held in the Houston County Jail. We aim to build a comprehensive picture in the readers mind in order to give you a better insight as to what really happens once your within the Houston County judicial system.

Our hope is that what has transpired here in Dothan will help to bridge the divide, maybe people will now realise and accept that racism in all of its guises should never be allowed to succeed. Lets remind ourselves and especially those in public office that discrimination for reason of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or religion in unacceptable, they know that its wrong and its thinly disguised as something other than what it really is.

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Extortionate Commissary/Canteen Prices In Houston County Jail

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If you find yourself being held in Houston County Jail, they will seek to extract as much money as possible from you and your family. Take a look at the receipt to the right, $3.70 for 2 tins of Cola, $2.50 for 2 small packs of toilet tissue or $5.25 for deodorant. Think thats expensive? Then take a look here at what they charge per phone call through Global Tel*Link.

The commissary/canteen service is provided by Trinity Service Group Inc.

Houston County Jail commissary receipt showing extortionate pricing levied on inmates
Houston County Jail commissary receipt showing extortionate pricing levied on inmates

A quick look at on their website reveals the following statement:

Trinity provides commissary services to more than 100,000 correctional inmates across the United States through our Secured Delivery System (SDS).

Our local management team will work with you to develop a commissary program that meets your specific facility and population needs. When you work with Trinity, you’ll enjoy the benefits of an exclusive delivery system that reflects our unwavering commitment to providing profitable, secure, efficient, reliable programs and the most competitive commission rate to your inmate welfare fund.

Profitability

We understand that a commissary program is much more than snacks and personal items, it should serve as a profit center that funds other programs and initiatives. Our superior purchasing power supported by our parent company’s worldwide network and resources enables us to provide brand-name merchandise at lower prices. This translates into more variety for inmates, and higher participation.

Trinity leverages proven processes and advanced technology, including proprietary SDS software, to automate order entry and processing. Our inmate accounting system streamlines check writing, payroll, deposits, co-payments, and property management. SDS software also enables corrections personnel to restrict items based on an inmate’s classification or housing, and offers the latest in scanning and vending point-of-sale technology. These processes, procedures and technology ensure the accurate and efficient management of the day-to-day operations of your commissary.

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Testimony Of Christine R.

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Written testimony of Rosalind R. of her experiences whilst an inmate at Houston County Jail, Dothan AL
Written testimony of Rosalind R. of her experiences whilst an inmate at Houston County Jail, Dothan AL

2010 – I was indigent and had $20 placed on account. They took the entire amount then said I wasn’t qualified for indigent status. I received no toilet paper or sanitary napkins for over 3 weeks. I had to tear up a towel to use during my menstrual cycle and they threatened to write me up for destruction of county property.

The mental health doctor put me on 100 mg of Zoloft. My bladder quit working and I went days without peeing. I was finally taken to the medical center and told tge dosage of Zoloft should not have been so high and it was causing my bladder to contract.

2014 – The water is ice cold and the temperature in the dorm is freezing. I had to wash my hair in the sink because the water is too cold to get up under. It’s always like that. The floors are extremely slippery, one little wet spot and people fall. I myself have fallen several times and seen many others fall also. No cleaning supplies are given out to clean and sanitize the dorm.

Transcribed by admin, from written statement by Rosalind R.

Appalling Conditions In Houston County Jail

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This blog was started in order to highlight the treatment of inmates whilst held in Houston County Jail Dothan, AL. Upon entering the Jail you may be subjected to the following conditions, we believe these to be unlawful, unconstitutional, inhumane and cruel and unusual punishments. Do they really expect us to stand by idly, thereby deeming this treatment of our citizens as acceptable?

  • Segregation/confinement for an indeterminate amount of time, used as a veiled threat or in retaliation for complaining about conditions or for being considered insubordinate or for even questioning officers about or requesting information
  • Showering/bathing conditions of female inmates in-particular in front of male officers through transparent curtains/cubicles, despite the Prison Rape Elimination Act’s standards for Prisons and Jails
  • Female inmates are physically checked by Jail Guards to prove that they are menstruating, before being issued sanitary towels or tampons. This degrading and inhumane treatment is in direct contradiction of PREA Laws
  • Fear and intimidation used as a method of control when enquiring about or trying to follow grievance procedures, especially for Alabama Department Of Corrections inmates
  • Forcibly made to have hair cuts, despite it being in compliance with ADOC rules and regulations

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