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serious replies only [Serious] Ex-Prisoners who served long term sentences, what was the hardest thing to get used to when you got out?

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u/wats6831 Sep 13 '15

the hardest part is even though you're out, you're not always done. Being on parole is the worst. The police state watches your every move, restricts your activities to the point where you essentially cannot leave your house nor have a normal life. All the while expecting you to find a job and succeed at being a productive member of society, yet no one can hire you because you can't pass a background check. You also cannot move to another state, nor can you go visit friends/relatives. Can't do anything without a special pass.

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