On April 18, 2022, the author recounts a random urine analysis (UA) that they were selected for at the prison. Due to a dental issue and limited intake of food and water, the author experienced difficulty in providing a sample, drawing attention to the challenges faced during such tests. The institution increased random UA frequency due to drug-related concerns. They highlight the dreary and utilitarian nature of the 'Holding' area where inmates are processed and searched, providing an insight into both the physical environment and the psychological atmosphere.
"I did not have to pee. I had just gone to the bathroom, and had little to eat or drink over the past 48 hours due to a dental problem."
"Holding is where people are sent before leaving for an off-ground appointment...it's where we return after any outside visit to be re-stripped."
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