Reviewed on: April 21,2026
General Prison Questions-Terminology

Why Do Some Inmates Get Charged and Others Walk Free?

Why is it on a special count 4 were involved with the same case an 2 received nothing 1 received a minor and my husband got hit with a major case. Yes he was on the phone with me. 2 were in the shower and the other in the day room with my husband … not even rack up was called. I'm a ex offender my self so I know the rules

If you were in, then you already know the answer - "snitches get stitches"
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✓ Verified answer December 23,2015 · General Prison Questions-Terminology
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If you were in, then you already know the answer - "snitches get stitches"

Accepted Answer Date Created: December 23,2015
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