Samourai Letter #1: Notes From The Inside

The author, Keonne Rodriguez, details his experience surrendering to the Federal Prison Camp (FPC) Morgantown on December 19th to begin his five-year sentence. He describes the conflicting emotions of giving up liberty while avoiding 'diesel therapy.' The intake process involved surrendering cash (a mistake, he notes), being stripped, searched, and issued ill-fitting prison clothes. He then went through mandatory psychological and medical screenings. Upon entering general population, he was guided by an orderly named Shane and assigned a cell with a respectful cellmate, Mike. New inmates are immediately met with acts of kindness; fellow inmates offered him food, drinks, better clothing, and essential supplies, explaining they pass on the help they once received. He notes the surprising quality of the first prison meal and the constant noise of the housing unit. As of December 24th (Christmas Eve), he reflects that while the environment is alien, it is manageable due to the respectful staff and friendly inmates, and he looks forward to his first visitor.

(Source：Bitcoin Magazine)