Durham County Jail

Leisure Time

Interview with Kristen and Grant


JM: What types of facilities were available to help pass the time?
Kristen: cards
Grant: The pod has two levels of cells built around a common area in the middle where there are plastic tables and chairs where you eat, play cards. You can ask for books to read.

JM: Did you have regular access to the entertainment or was competition fierce?
Kristen: yes the tv
Grant: there is a tv set in the common area, the guards on duty decide what to watch

JM: Did you have a hard time staying in shape while in jail?
Kristen: no I don't exercise so it doesn't mater
Grant: no. you end up doing a lot of push ups and sit ups just for something to do

JM: How often did you get to go outside?
Kristen: once a day
Grant: once a day, there is a small outdoor courtyard attached to each pod.

JM: Did the jail offer church services? If so, what were they like and when were they held?
Kristen: not while I was there, but would of liked it
Grant: Yes, but no set schedule. Held in a room attached to the pod