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Good Conduct Time Calculation Under the First Step Act: Complete 2026 Guide

Learn how the First Step Act changed federal good conduct time calculations, including the 54-day formula, qualifying programs, and what factors can reduce credits.

Dr. Prison Support Team ยท April 20, 2026
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Housing After Prison: Where to Start When No One Will Rent to You

Practical guide to overcoming housing barriers after prison, including transitional housing, HUD protections, and strategies for finding felon-friendly landlords.

Dr. Prison Support Team ยท April 16, 2026
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The PATTERN Risk Assessment โ€” How BOP Decides Your Future

Understanding the PATTERN risk assessment tool that determines earned time credits, facility placement, and reentry programs under the First Step Act.

Dr. Prison Support Team ยท April 9, 2026
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Helping Children Understand When a Parent Goes to Prison: A Guide to Age-Appropriate Conversations and Support

Essential guidance for families on age-appropriate conversations, maintaining parent-child bonds, school support, and therapy resources when a parent is incarcerated.

Dr. Prison Support Team ยท April 6, 2026
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Your Rights as a Federal Inmate โ€” A Complete Guide

A comprehensive guide to your constitutional rights as a federal inmate, including medical care, religious freedom, due process, and practical tips for protection.

Dr. Prison Support Team ยท March 24, 2026
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