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gate money
What does gate money mean?
The modest amount of cash provided to a prisoner when they walk out, meant to help with the first days of reentry.
"Two hundred in gate money doesn't stretch far on the outside."
Origin
From money given at the gate on release.
Frequently asked questions
What is gate money?
Gate money is the modest sum of cash handed to a prisoner on release, intended to help cover the first days of reentry.
How much is gate money?
Amounts vary by jurisdiction and are typically small, often only a couple hundred dollars, which doesn't stretch far on the outside.
Where does the term gate money come from?
It's simply the money given to an inmate at the gate as they walk out on release.
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