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What does count mean?
A formal tally of the inmate population, conducted several times a day; all movement stops during count.
"Everybody had to be on their bunk for the four o'clock count."
Origin
Standard corrections procedure term, universal in inmate speech.
Frequently asked questions
What is count in prison?
Count is a formal head count of the inmate population, conducted several times a day to confirm everyone is present and accounted for.
What happens during count?
All movement stops and inmates must be in their assigned spot, often on their bunk, until officers finish the tally and clear the count.
How often does count happen?
It is done multiple times a day on a set schedule, with specific counts like the standing count being especially strict about inmates being in place.
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