Right now I'm not in General Population, I'm doing an indeterminate SHU since 1995. Recently I went through what is called "inactive/active" status and, as expected, I was denied [release from the SHU].
I was diagnosed in 1973 as having severe epilepsy. Since I've been here at Tehachapi I've filed an Amerikkkans with Disability Act form requesting to be transferred to a medical facility, like Vacaville since they have trained and experienced staff. Again, as expected, I was denied. I've raised the issue that I'm in a cell by myself and surrounded by sharp objects and their outlook and attitude is "welcome to the bowels of tha beast."
I take my medication daily, so as long as I keep my condition in check then all's tolerable. It'll never bee "all good" under these circumstances as it stands now.
- a California prisoner, April 2006