![]() For instance, possessing too many packets of mackerel over the facility’s authorized limit constitutes contraband. Stolen food or excessive amounts of property would be considered soft contraband because it isn’t life-threatening. Soft contraband is known to be a non-dangerous item, but still illegal to have possession of. Although you may be thinking of a soft velvety blanket versus a hard metal shank, we are talking about the “hardness” of the consequence instead of the physical texture of the contraband item. It’s important to note that there are two types of contraband: soft and hard (we aren’t talking about physical textures, either!). Needless to say, most correctional officers can say that they have found things in “interesting” places, to say the least. And the hiding area depends on what’s being hidden. Note that “belongings” doesn’t necessarily correlate to “contraband.” Any item that is worth of value to the inmate, the inmate will protect at all costs. This is why the practice of “hiding” your belongings is a way of life in jail and prison. When you’re serving time, fellow inmates will ask to borrow your personal things. ![]() ![]() ![]() Although this may be the sound way of thinking, it, unfortunately, isn’t that simple when you’re living behind bars. This blog will discuss why inmates hide contraband, the different types of contraband, how officers can cleverly search and find the contraband, and the consequences after locating the contraband.Īs a reader, you may be thinking this topic is common sense: you hide contraband = you get into trouble. ![]() It’s ironic, isn’t it? The fact that some inmates do illegal things in jail, even after going to jail for doing something illegal? It’s a silly nonconformity, especially when they’re caught and the consequences further damage their sentencing. In legal terms, contraband is known to be items that are illegal to have in one’s possession. ![]()
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