Where will my husband go because of the csc charge?

[kalico38]

My husband has plead no contest for a charge involving a minor being 15 yrs old... to make a long story short, he had a previous charge years ago for csc 2nd degree that he plead guilty for (another plea) and his sons girlfriend knew about it and wanted him out, so she sent nude pics of herself, he downloaded them, kept them for a short time to show his son proof of what a horrible person she was but then got paranoid and deleted them...he then told the girl that he wanted nothing to do with her and the next day she told the police that he blackmailed her into sending them...never happened but he had no chance with the prior charge against him which he never should have plead guilty to...so he took another plea. he is not into children or even teenagers, he likes women...anyways my questions are...he is 59 and has had a heart attack already, do they have places for medical cases? Will they segregate him from others? Please i am at wits end wondering

[ilovecharles]

Hello and welcome to PTO.

First let me say that this is a very scary/frusterating process but you are in the right place for information.

Yes they have facilities closer to hospitals, one in jackson...your husband will be sentenced at the county you live in.
He will then be sent to Charles Egeler Reception and Guidance Center. he will go through a series of tests there...everything from physical to education/emotional etc.
he will be assigned a security classification level.

Things you will need to do:
Set up a CBS account to accept his phone calls (if you choose to do so)
www.correctionalbillingservices.com
Be patient. When he is at Egeler he can call home when his phone account is set up (it takes about 2-3 weeks on the inside) but if your's isnt set up to accept the calls it wont matter.
you can go to the Michigan Reception and GUidance center forum for more info on RGC
http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=619

Ok thats enough for right now, if you need anything please do not hesitate to PM

Sorry you are going through this and i'm glad you found us.

[Lions Heart]

As Ilovecharles said, he will get evaluated at RG&C for all sorts of things. While he is there it may be beneficial to send them copies of his medical history. That does not mean that they will take it into consideration but it won't hurt. MDOC does not provide good medical care for anyone!!! After he has been evaluated and given a security classification he will be transferred to another facility. There is no way to determine where he will be transferred to with just a heart condition. Many guys throughout the system have heart conditions. He will also not be segregated due to his type of crime. There are CSC cases in all facilities. In fact Michigan incarcerates so many for CSC crimes that it is just ridiculous. Good Luck and Hang in there!

[kalico38]

thank you for your replies, this all new to me and I really do fear for his life and thanks for the advice, i will find out about sending his medical records, anything is worth a try at this point.

[merrandr]

Hi Kalico my husband also has a heart condition and a csc charge against him. He went from being at RG&C to Saginaw, he was there for 4 months and is now at Cooper Street in Jackson. He is getting a better grade of medical care there, but not a whole lot more. You are at the right place for all of your questions and concerns. You have a ton of friends here. I too live in Grand Rapids feel free to PM me anytime. Take it one day at a time...do only what you feel up to. This is a confusing time now..it can feel over whelming. But you will get thru it. Good luck. Merrandr

[ConcernedSF]

There are a lot of CSC's housed at Parnall.

[kalico38]

It would be allright if he went to saginaw as i am from there, parents miight find it fishy that i visiit so much (they hate him and do not want me to have any contact with him) but as much as i would like him to be close, I actually would like him to be someplace decent. I know prison isnt suppose to be a resort, you still want your loved one safe. I am mainly worried about his charge and what will happen to him inside. I appreciate your responses so much, it does feel good to know that there are others out there that know whats going......as sad as that is..thanks all

[merrandr]

Hello kalico38, Just wondering if things are quieting down a bit for you. Each day will get a little better. I know this to be true. Like I said..I too am from Grand Rapids..feel free to PM me any time. Ask the folks here any question you want..they will find the answer for you. And as for your parents..they too have to get over the shock and heal. This is something that will have an effect on everyone. Tell him to keep his offense to himself..he doesn't need to blast it around..he will know who to avoid, and who is trouble. My husband has never ever been in trouble before...let alone in prison, but he is learning. Remember..you have friends here. Merrandr.

[kalico38]

Actually, things are really getting started, because he is getting sentanced on may 18 in newaygo county. I hear that newaygo doesnt really follow sentancing guidlines and even though he took a plea, they may give him more. I am just hanging on as I wait for the fateful day when we know for sure what he will be sent away for.

[merrandr]

Hi Kalico..I hope things go well for the two of you. Keep yourself busy. It will help to pass the time. My husband took a plea in Kent County. Remember...when he does to to reception..you will not have contact with him for a few weeks. But you can write to him. So do it often..everyday if you can. They have only a small amount of time out of their cell. When he gets his pin number for the phone..he will be able to call. I got my first letter 7 days after my husband left county..and my first phone call 2 weeks later. You can do this. Come here often..everyone here is here to help. Ask all of the questions you can. Knowledge is power. Keep us all posted...Merrandr

[anothersurvivor]

To provide an answer on how he will be treated in prison because of the charge I would say this...........

If he keeps his mouth shut about it and practices the "don't ask/don't tell" policy he should be ok. Most people I know with a CSC charge that were at a secure level I facility were left alone and didn't have any trouble worth worrying about.

[kalico38]

Well, he was sentanced, got the 6 to 20 years he plead to, I am relieved though not happy because he is almost 59 years old. At least the judge did not give him more. He only plead because they had like 6 charges which were basically the same thing, most were using computer. Now all there is to do is wait and hopefully he will be within a days driving trip. thanks to all of you who have answered my questions. I really need and appreciate the support as i have none from my friends or family on this matter...they just don't get it, love is love and it doesnt go away that easy. I am the only one my husband has..

[Joanark2]

I was reading these posts and am searching for cases from Michigan that resulted from RM therapy. Many of those types of cases started in the early 90's and many guys took plea bargains because there was no way to defend themselves due to the convincing of the 'patient'/accusor of the counselor. I noticed that some of you are from Grand Rapids and that area has some churches pushing this kind of therapy that results in false allegations/charges/ imprisonment. Can anyone contact me that has been involved with a case where counseling/therapy was a factor? Thanks for any help. I know there are innocent men in jail for this bogus therapy and I hope to do enough research to help out. Joanark2

[MomInMI]

Hey Joan,

You might want to post in the LASO forums also, if you haven't already.

[StacysWar030]

Hi Joan, welcome to PTO! The LASO forum is the PERFECT place for you to get some responses as there's many members throughout many states that may know more or have more experience to help you