Sutter County Jail

Leisure Time

Interview with Tom


JM: What types of facilities were available to help pass the time?
Tom: There is a t.v. the phone playing cards chess and similar games. You get to go to recreational yard which is outside and has basketball volleyball and handball as well as dip and pull up bars. You are not able to go out very often but it is really nice when you do

JM: Did you have regular access to the entertainment or was competition fierce?
Tom: No it was pretty regular. There was plenty of stuff for everybody.

JM: Did you have a hard time staying in shape while in jail?
Tom: No I myself work out fanatically while I am in jail. There is plenty of opportunity for anyone to stay in shape. It all depends on the individual and how much effort he or she puts into it. Anyone in jail can stay in great shape if they so desire.

JM: How often did you get to go outside?
Tom: ! or 2 times per week for a total of 3 to 6 hours

JM: Did the jail offer church services? If so, what were they like and when were they held?
Tom: Yes. I never went so I cant say what they were like. It was held in a little room on the main hallway of the jail. They had about an hour or so once a week or maybe twice