Case 12-1
Matthew is the newest inmate to a maximum-security institution. He was sentenced to serve 20 years for the crime of armed robbery and attempted manslaughter. Matthew is anxious about going to prison. This is the first time he will serve time in prison. In the past he has only served short jail terms.
-Part of this process will include learning how inmates create their own economy and even their own language. This inmate language is known as:

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Inmate language is referred to as "argot," which is a specialized vocabulary used by a particular group, in this case, prisoners.

Case 12-1 Matthew Is the Newest Inmate to a Maximum-Security Institution. He