Describe Rameck's experience in jail.

Jail left Sam surrounded by danger and new trouble. He was terrified of being sentenced to ten years there. Sam describes jail as a place where "it was hard to stay out of trouble." Fighting was the norm, men marking their territory and displays of intimidation were a part of everyday life.

Even behind bars, it was hard to stay out of trouble. Brothers were always picking fights. I was outside playing basketball one day and walked over to a table to get something to drink. As I reached for a paper cup and the water pitcher, one of the tough guys snatched the pitcher.

The thought of spending ten years in jail petrified me.