Broward County Jail

Good Behavior

Interview with James and Charles


JM: Did you get off early based on good behavior?
James: From prison yes, County no.
Charles: I managed to keep off violent offender thanks to my lawyer.

JM: What is the most time off you can receive for good behavior?
James: In prison, 15% off your sentence. In county, I think 35% off.
Charles: 5 days if non-trustee/per month. If trustee then 10 days off each month,

JM: What types of actions do you need to avoid in order to get time off?
James: Misbehaving, fights, disrespect, and uncleanliness.
Charles: Starting fights, make sure that even if you hit first it seems as though the other person hit you first.