Miami County Jail

Leisure Time

Interview with Amy

JM: What types of facilities were available to help pass the time?
Amy: There was an exercise yard and an area in each dorm that you could play cards or board games in, as well as watch TV.

JM: Did you have regular access to the entertainment or was competition fierce?
Amy: The competition to watch TV was pretty fierce, so I stayed away from that room.

JM: Did you have a hard time staying in shape while in jail?
Amy: Not at all. I actually lost weight because of the horrible tasting food.

JM: How often did you get to go outside?
Amy: I was allowed outside for 4 hours each day.

JM: Did the jail offer church services? If so, what were they like and when were they held?
Amy: The jail offered church services on Sundays and they were held in a small chapel. I don’t know what they were like, as I never attended.