When Young Kids Do Hard Time | Full Prison Documentary: EPISODE 2

[@CalamariProductions]

Watch episode 1 here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLVeZJtobaArMU

[@thomasmadden1011]

The trouble kids !!! Is this federal or state prison!!???

[@joannebutski3970]

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[@peasantinthestupidclub]

@@thomasmadden1011 I’m

[@landonation1]

Could you go interview Charles and ask what happened? Im disappointed he didn’t make it.

[@cosandraevans2809]

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[@Deathadder1994]

My heart broke for Charles…What does that teach him? Do the right thing and your family can’t even come and get him after being in jail. I would be hours early if that was my kid.. I really hope where ever he is he has found his way

[@navbuilds4931]

I couldn't agree more

[@bjornnykvist8810]

He is in prison for murder now

[@moonlampje79]

@@bjornnykvist8810 source?

[@nobodyimportant7386]

@@moonlampje79 source: trust me bro

[@jewel9443]

Said he was back awaiting trial for home burglary. Watch the ending!!!

[@angelaiacobacci4998]

I feel so bad that he was ready to be released and his mom wasn't there. U could see it in his face he was highly upset..poor kid

[@errickflesch5565]

Easy to say. Talk to his mom.....could be she has been through hell with him ? I don't know, but there's always 2 sides to every story.

[@otwshane2643]

@@errickflesch5565 his mom failed him so stfu

[@rlb209]

@@errickflesch5565 doesn’t matter what she’s been through. She created and raised him so she’s responsible for what she created. I have 4 grown children so I speak from experience. As a parent you have to be responsible for the person you raised. A good parent would be there for their child no matter what they do. His mom might be part of the reason he’s in jail. If he had a parent that raised him right he probably wouldn’t be in jail.

[@faithdddfaithddd]

@@rlb209 you can stay raise your kids right but they still choose their own path . So don’t always blame their parents 🙄

[@nope9905]

@@rlb209 I think you've seen a different tune if he was punching you in your face or something. They get big like that and they get scary.

[@lorrainemarquez1569]

This made me cry so hard. A little boy just wanted a (good) family. This was heartbreaking. I'm so happy he has his forever family. God bless him and all the people that helped him.

[@zelda4lifeschramm]

seriously heart breaking I agree....Its sad that this is where finally someone asked him what be NEEDED, truly needed or wanted out of life.Most of these kids are crying for attention, crying for love and just going about it the wrong way.

[@iLoveBoysandBerries]

With kindness

[@sashamoore9691]

Good. Tell him to go call his dad and ask his dad to come to the graduation. Oh wait, he’s ABSENT and a deadbeat like most Blk fathers.

[@hammerT2997]

​@@sashamoore9691 can't blame it all on dad. Momma choose the daddy, therefore on the same shit daddy is.

[@UndergroundMusicVault]

@@sashamoore9691weirdo

[@numberone5680]

Living around a mother like that would be discouraging for Charles. She just doesn’t care enough for his well-being.

[@Jbugsmomma01]

Yeh I hope he has grown and learned that sometimes no matter how hard it may be he can't worry about his mom or friends. He needs to use that newly obtained g.e.d. and go out and show he needs himself first. Learn to love you first young man and make good choices each day. The rest will come!. And the other young man knows his childish antics need to be over. He can do many wonderful things in life if he too makes good choices,loves himself first and grows up. I pray for the huge successes for both these young men.

[@louieo.blevinsmusic4197]

@@Jbugsmomma01 Charles ended up getting life on murder charges later apparently.

[@felixcat9318]

Charles is currently serving a 147 year prison sentence.

[@sashamoore9691]

We’ll then tell the dad to come get him from such horrible environment. Oh wait, he left like the deadbeat they are😂😂 oh well

[@countycalling]

He didn’t either that’s why he’s doing almost 150 years, maybe she knew he was a monster

[@daisybelle1025]

Too many children brought into the world for the wrong reasons...love and nurture can make the world of difference, suitable help for these lads before it escalates to this level...I could go on..an act of kindness could change someone's path

[@lorettabrail7806]

Yet there are those kids that are just plain evil from the get go.

[@albertinarogers8875]

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[@grizthedingo2223]

Mommy

[@dianabeurman364]

STERILIZATION !!

[@giantfatberg]

A dead fetus is better than an unwanted child.

[@Lia-hb8tn]

My sister interned at juvenille detentions and prisons. She came back after a few months of shadowing working there, and she said it made her completely miserable. Just being there . working in that field has to be one of the toughest jobs out there. These people need rehibiliated. Not shut away and confined. I love this doc showing how compassionate most of the staff are. They dont want them to be miserable. Its very hard. I cant imagine. I hope the best for all these inmates.

[@GH-oi2jf]

Juvenile prisons do try to rehabilitate inmates. Sometimes it works, sometimes not. Some people just don’t want to go straight.

[@errickflesch5565]

It's not up to the prison to rehabilitate. You can't BEG offenders to do so. A prison is primarily for punishment. It is up to the individual to take opportunity of the programs offered and WANT to do better. It's easy to be a bleeding heart because the crime has not touched your family on a personal level.

[@nadiaputina6095]

I also had a friend who worked at a jail she also said she was sooooo depressed borderline suicidal that she quit !

[@sassagrass7095]

@@errickflesch5565 You definitely have a good point. Hard to help someone that won't help themselves.

[@bxi1547]

@@errickflesch5565 you’re exactly right

[@shelleybotelho9777]

I can’t imagine how let down Charles felt by his mother not showing up on time. He likely have spent his entire life being let down by her and other adults in his life which got him locked up. He truly seems like a great person and I wish him the best for his future

[@lizsmith1995]

I saw somewhere that in 2017 he got over 100 years for murder :/

[@nicholawilson8555]

124 years for murder sadly

[@saimabashir5304]

They give hard time to him 😱😱😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@detraflyat30]

It was 147 years unfortunately

[@rachelmartin3631]

Charles's mom should be ashamed. With him having no support it's no wonder he ended up in prison. Pain can destroy you.

[@babyteeth9455]

What happened that Charles’ mom missed his graduation AND didn’t make it to the prison to pick him up on time? Then her phone goes to voicemail after repeat calls from the prison… this is disheartening. And then to learn he ended up in prison again for 147 years… Jesus help this family. 🙏🏼

[@bigbird9030]

She most probably had enough of his shit

[@tjbooker9948]

She probably had a hard time convincing herself to go pick him up knowing the kind of trouble he caused in her life. No one wants to be subjected to that over and over again from their own child.

[@rlb209]

It’s so unfair for that young man. He didn’t ask to be born and his ridiculous excuse for a mother is the reason he’s spending his life in prison. He had no proper upbringing. His parents should be locked up for neglect.

[@Corey_Gambino]

I remember my little brothers lawyer telling him how lucky he was to have a mom like we have, he said" there's kids out here who's mom's don't even come to their sons court date and some mom's are fucking there sons friend while their locked up " smh it's a fucked up world you'd be surprised the amount of shitty mothers and the even more shitty things they do

[@faithdddfaithddd]

@@rlb209 girl shut up, didn’t his mother got him tho ?? She live hours away. And you can’t blame his mother for his actions , you probably train ur kids well but I bet they still does some things you don’t like you can always do well for your kids and they will always do what they want, you got to make kids make mistakes he probably learn now sometimes is there friends and people around their age but don’t put somebody parents in it. Thank youuuu and this is coming from a 19 year old .

[@korimonique]

I praise you guys for being able to go here and listen to these kids stories. My heart bleeds for them. I know some of them may have committed heinous crimes, but the motherly nature in me just wants to provide the love, understanding, and security they so desperately crave.

[@errickflesch5565]

Let their crime touch or involve your kids....then let's see if your heart still bleeds for them.

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

someone commented that he was sentenced to 147 years for murder about 10 years after this show. idk if it's true or not nevermind, it's definitely true....147 freaking year sentence

[@werewolflover8636]

Well then why don’t you go and work there and let us know how many you’re able to fix with rainbows and sunshine and or let us know afterwards if you’re locked up for smuggling in contraband after one of these misfits gives you a sad story talks you into it! This is a lifestyle for many and you will not and can not change those are are unwilling to do such!

[@batatatasfritas]

I feel so bloody sorry for that kid waiting for his mom.

[@absolving]

Same. Felt so much sympathy for him when he kept saying "She'll be here soon, I can feel it"

[@thetruth1140]

@@absolving Maybe he should've stayed in their for a few more years. It could have saved the life of another kid just like him that he killed. He's doing 147 years now.

[@iLoveBoysandBerries]

Don't.. He got out and murdered someone

[@faithdddfaithddd]

@@thetruth1140 wow and they was blaming his mother for his behavior like he isn’t grown enough to know better,

[@adrinathegreat3095]

He's a classic case of being able to fool people and convince them that he's the victim. All true psychos are like this, they come across as friendly easy going, eager to please, great at playing the victim.

[@marielenatucker1569]

I was very much impressed with the staff on how much love and care they show inmates❤🙏🏽sometimes all it takes is "love,concern,conversation,and words of wisdom" to help somebody rise ... Some of us never had nor experience what care was :( so we dont know or understand what value are self means... We all need prayer 🙏🏽 STRENGTH

[@steveanton763]

It's a show for the cameras. I'm sure some do their best but the whole system is a shit show. We need prison and justice reform not appeals to an imaginary deity.

[@werewolflover8636]

@@steveanton763 And what pry-tell should they do then? Just turn them loose? You’re tune will swiftly change the moment one of these little angles robs or beats, or murders someone you care about! Mark my words! You can not fix those who aren’t willing to be fixed! Prison is a lifestyle and worn like a badge of honor for many, nothing will change this!

[@mommy2both435]

That mom that did not come pick up her son made me feel bad for him. You know kids behavior comes from the home and her not caring about him makes you wonder what really happenes in the home.

[@juliaelrod2154]

I feel so bad for Charles. No wonder he's got anger issues. C'mon mom. Step up and do your part.

[@dawnbaldwin298]

Mom you Need to be there for your child. He comes first

[@colleenmuldoon3978]

Hes now doing 147years for murder an other offences unfortunately 😔

[@dbailey45th94]

Parents are entitles and completely think their way is the best way, it's a gamble.

[@Kenny-mg1bn]

So horrible .. hope Charles finds his way and stays strong .. prayers .. god bless ❤️💪🙏

[@louise7552]

​@@Kenny-mg1bn Charles committed murder some time ago. He will never be released from adult jail. I fear he got messed up with gangs again. It's in the description. Very sad.😢

[@BAGofTALENT]

The real shame is these kids just have older versions of themselves as parents and have no real chance to become anything successful unless it's 100% something they do on their own .

[@HopelessL0ve]

I really like Superintendent Mike Dempsey! He has a complete and total understanding of Juveniles and the Juvenile System. He has a way of connecting and understanding Juveniles in the jail/prison system that most Superintendent's never gain in 30 yrs of experience. He has great methods and plans of action to not only give juveniles a second chance to actually have a life outside of a jail cell, but great ideas and programs to keep recividism rates at a low.

[@douglasgrant3616]

Literally nobody asked

[@HONGRYYYYYYYYY]

@@douglasgrant3616 then why are you replying bozo

[@albertagrown]

@Naomi C omg... bust a gut at your comment!! Lmao Haven't heard 'Bozo' in ages!! 🤣

[@cynthiadavid5282]

Sometimes the home environment is not the best to go home to

[@alejorag]

After feeling so sad for Charles watching this I feel even worse knowing he is now serving a 147 year prison sentence. Seems like the environment he went back definitely wasn't the environment he needed. Such a shame, he looked so promising as an individual in this documentary.

[@felixcat9318]

I can only imagine the horrific crimes he committed to be sentenced to 147 years imprisonment...

[@scrumps101]

His mom clearly failed him not only on his release day but so much else. He’s so young still. This kid wasn’t born a monster he was molded into one by being raised on the streets instead of by a loving supportive parent. He never stood a chance.

[@annetteslife]

@@felixcat9318 he is in for murder

[@aka_senior_8427]

Different Charles 🤦🏻‍♂️, he didn't age 10 years in 2 years you idiot 🤣

[@norakavanagh4]

He ran a brutal paramilitary unit - 147 year sentence - the evidence must have been overwhelming against him.

[@Globelle]

I feel terrible for Charles as well. When your trying to do right and your own mom doesn't show up on time....that has to feel awful. Both parents are so important but being a mother, I can't imagine not being there for my kid no matter what!!!! I would hv been there a day early to be safe even if I had to sleep in my car.

[@kayrenee319]

well... he got 147 years for murder back in 2017, which was 10 years after this was originally filmed in 2007 when he was 18.

[@LPR579]

As a Behavioural Psychologist I can tell you that the treatment and actions of the guards simply reinforce the agressive behaviour. They approach the teens with the expectation that they will be agressive, this in turn creates their behavioural demeanour to change and they take a confrontational stance. The demeanour then creates a response expectation in the teen and so the cycle continues. Without even realising it (at least I hope they don't realise it), the guards are conditioning the behaviour they complain so bitterly about. These teens need behavioural therapy, not chains and isolation.

[@CalamariProductions]

@Paul Russell - very appreciative of your comment, and very insightful coming from a Behavioral Psychologist. So many of the kids we've met over the years still suffer from early childhood trauma. Unfortunately, budget constraints, politics, etc. often play into how much or how little therapy is offered from one facility to the next. It's just a very difficult system all the way around. Thanks again for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@LPR579]

@@CalamariProductions I just don't ever see a lot of rehabilitation happening when I watch your videos. If you lock up a dog for 2 years, you wouldn't be surprised if it turned aggressive. Yet the US appears to believe that locking people up for long spells, treating them appallingly and isolating them will change behaviour. It will certainly change behaviour, you will get compliance but you won't get rehabilitation. Compliance and rehabilitation are not the same thing. I don't know how you spent so many years watching and experiencing this first hand without it enraging you. That must have been exceptionally difficult. You have my upmost respect for doing it so you can show the reality of what goes on.

[@CalamariProductions]

@@LPR579 Thank you for that. After 23 years filming inside courts and prisons, we could write volumes on what we’ve seen and experienced, but of course it pales in comparison to what it’s like to actually live it every single day. That’s said, we’ve met some extraordinary kids (and professionals) who defy every odd and emerge from the madness to become amazing individuals. Those stories keep us going. But yes, we’ve had tremendous heartbreak over the years, along with frustration that for every one step forward there are often two steps back. Our mission from the start has been to use this material to help effect change at the policy level where laws dictate how children are treated in these systems. The same goes for educational purposes, where teachers and professors use the videos to help illuminate the complexities of these systems and the lives involved. We could go on and on, but we guess our point is this: we believe it’s only by SEEING these stories and hearing these voices that we can hopefully put an end to draconian policies that do little to help the kids and families involved, and this includes victims families as well. We should all want the kids who emerge from their “punishment” to be as healthy as possible so they can give back and contribute to society as adults. As you say, and as research shows, caging and isolating them is grossly counterproductive. Collectively, the work for all of us continues. Thanks again, and our kudos to you for using your skills to help those who need it most. ❤️

[@susancanter2909]

As a therapist who worked with these kids first hand, as opposed to simply being a book trained intellectual, I can tell you that some of these people are truly dangerous. At some point staff needs to protect themselves and others. These young men choose their behavior at some point. It’s not your fault your life has sucked, but it’s your responsibility to change and take advantage of the programs afforded you.

[@grandmanancy4719]

Well, maybe you should put your life at risk each day since your education will keep you safe with these out of control behaviors that change from calm to violent within seconds. These kids are ticking time bombs and the guards have to stay alert and ready for anything. Their goal is just like the police, they want to go home every night to their families. The guards do not get paid enough.

[@jennifercornman1291]

Charles mom almost had me balling my eyes out. I have so much hope for him.

[@rosiebuckley3575]

He is now doing 147 years for murder 😢

[@CJ-eh3ng]

Charles was treated with attention and respect at the facility. Love and encouragement helps ppl build self esteem...

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

sadly Charles committed murder 10 years later and is serving 147 year sentence. His mother failed him

[@judedimatteo8942]

That breaks my heart about Charles cuz he seemed like he was going to achieve so much in life and look where he is back again and thank you for the updates be with you calamari ProductionsL♧

[@CalamariProductions]

@Jude Dimatteo - we were sad to learn about Charles too -- sad for everyone involved. It's why it's important to follow these cases for as long as possible. Appreciate you watching and commenting, as always. Hope you've had a nice weekend!

[@user-ox4cz4tw3k]

Omg wow. Just seen what he went back in for Dame

[@deanclarkson7060]

@@CalamariProductions is there a part 3

[@Jbugsmomma01]

Ah man I didn't see that part. My heart breaks for him. Maybe he just isn't ready. I pray he becomes ready before it's too late

[@sapphire22011]

@@CalamariProductions what happened to Michael please?

[@jacoblecoy3700]

I have lived in some of the roughest towns in America at the time. Had lots of opportunities to go the wrong way. Had very little in the way of necessities but I had a wonderful mother, and sister. Great grandparents. They all looked out for me. Gave me advice and made suggestions that are my bedrock today. At 17 I talked my mother into signing for me to go on the Navy. Best move I ever made. I had lots of guardian angels looking out for me. I owe them everything. I am closer to 100 than I am to 50, but I still remember their voices. Family is the most important unit in the United States. Team up with God, and you have total power beside you. We desperately need the Draft System activated in America. Military discipline instills pride and dedication to being all you can be.

[@sondrabrenner6693]

Totally agree and thank you for your service. I tried to talk my daughter into going in so she could get the discipline and finish her education with all the benefits and how proud it would be to accomplish however she refused, I can't MAKE her do it...I wish she could see into the future. I still think it's not too late she's 20

[@Minji_Poland]

I think that putting someone in a confined space when he's angry is not that good solution. He should have the opportunity to let out that energy and breath some fresh air, alone though. I would get him outside to calm down and then talk to him. Confining is just like punishment/ power play - we rule here, you behave - so the natural thought is rebellion, not trust and relying on the staff to help you out.

[@LPR579]

Exactly right

[@sondrabuonadonna]

i agree!!

[@dunnlean9041]

Yeah, have fun trying get through to narcissistic murderers/rapists/robbers/attackers/. They're there for the damage they've done to other people in society. Not there for a therapy session.

[@DMWBN3]

Welcome to prison life. 23 hours a day locked up & many prisoners don't even get natural light, imagine 23 hours a day banged up & then have no natural light. Yes, some deserve to be there, but it's now always about profit & not rehabilitation.

[@Iwanttoplayagame1998]

@@dunnlean9041 yea but these are juveniles so its different

[@cynthiadavid5282]

The best Chanel on u tube u need an Emmy for ur hard work keep them coming

[@CalamariProductions]

@Cynthia david - Very nice of you. Thank you! We're honored to say we have won an Emmy in the past, but most importantly, we hope our videos and documentaries help people understand these systems and these kids a lot better. Thanks again for being such a loyal viewer! Appreciate it very much!!

[@joepiro7318]

@@CalamariProductions this is the best juvenile correction type channel on KZbin. Actually this is the only juvenile focused channel that I know of. But any one it's one of the best Corrections focused period. Steadily putting out excellent content. Been loving it...

[@ktown8139]

Do you mean, “Channel,” or are you commenting on a French Designer Label?

[@Mr.Dingo7118]

Chanel No. 5?

[@Zyryne1]

This show is fascinating. Thank you for making us aware of these folks. I, for one, had no idea. 😊❤

[@CalamariProductions]

@Zyryne1 - Thank you! Very happy you found our channel. It is always our goal to help shed light on a system very few know anything about. We greatly appreciate your comment!

[@teetee3984]

That boys mother is proving that she is the reason for her son turning to the streets she couldn't be there for him then ignores the calls from the staff my mom did the same tk me but was there for my brother thankfully I had my daughter and changed my life cuz I would never do mine like my mother did me

[@UNCLEP702]

This kid was locked up for 2 year for public intoxication what law system

[@bluebonnetbunny4813]

I believe he was a repeat offender. He stated that he had been busted at least two times only months apart. That indicates that whatever punishment he received the first time wasn’t successful. Most likely that resulted in the extended sentence of two years.

[@bronaghmurphy5643]

I love watching these videos it’s interesting seeing what goes on in prison. I particularly enjoy getting an insight into the teens.

[@CalamariProductions]

@bronagh murphy - Thanks! Glad you like our channel and appreciate the insight of our stories. Feel free to spread the word! :)

[@lunity1111]

Same hoping it’ll only ever be something to be watched on KZbin !

[@khayasontsele8984]

Charles should have been transferred straight to the military for training and national duty. As hard as it is to say this, the communities kids like him go back to, will inevitably lead them back to crime, prison or worse - death. I feel for him, but his mother not pitching up was an omen, or indication all is not well. I really cry for him. The stats in America are shocking, and quite absurd quite frankly.

[@Angel-mi6qs]

“Why are these kids acting out” meanwhile the kid is being strapped to a chair, held down, etc for their feelings and not knowing how to properly handle them without teaching them how to deal with emotions correctly

[@adamsmith2597]

I laughed so hard when that kid said he was in the gangster disciples... He looks like hes a pretty high level guy :D

[@brandongollach]

Me too 😂

[@imabeast2334]

You don't know him maybe he is

[@scooty6410]

So sad...but it's a perfect example of how/why these children act out...and why they don't respect adults...I really hope Charles Taylor never comes back to prison

[@redrocks1983]

He went back in 2017 for murder and isn't getting out. (It's in the description)

[@zenfan1098]

You'd think the prison guards would have a clip board to fill the paperwork out on, instead of the brick wall😲🤣

[@ZoeiiZiZZles]

I use to work in a prison I would rather be dead than go to prison it truly sucks

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

but why would it suck if you're a guard?? you know you don't have to stay there at the end of the day

[@PISStopherNolan]

​​@@ptrekboxbreaks5198 obviously he can tell what it's like to not be able to leave. He experiences everything they do so it's not hard to imagine what it would be like to have years in there. He's putting himself in their shoes

[@morganmua5681]

Breaks my heart. A lot of these kids aren’t bad. They’re a product of their environment.

[@james1227]

Unfortunately some juveniles make bad choices even the environment is good and supportive.

[@tiasara5967]

Til they’re your next door neighbor strangling your pet and lighting your garage on fire.

[@morganmua5681]

@@tiasara5967 Never said they’re all good. What I said is they’re not ALL bad.

[@russellknippel1877]

@@morganmua5681 Raised by trash, the apple don't fall far from the tree.

[@nancyfahey7518]

Yea wait til you get a gun shoved in your face saying get out da car

[@faykouri1162]

Gosh it’s pretty scary! Although I’ve seen them all I like to re watch. I would not want to work there,must be tough for the staff. I’m glad for all those who make it ! Oh so sad for Charles why would his mother do that to him, if it were my kid I would have been there hours before.

[@DMWBN3]

Gives an insight to what homelife, or lack of homelife there may or may not be. Very sad.

[@a.bquiroz914]

Someone we know works there hes always stressed out says the kids just wild out and how many say they want to go to the big house with their dads. It's sad. Many come from neglect abuse and what notm

[@inanimateclock2]

I'm always torn in situations like Charles. On one level it's incredibly sad to watch him do what he's supposed to and then get disregarded by his own mom, but then on the other side, is it a lack of care or just being put through so much that it's time to say enough is enough? The main issue is most of these kids don't stand a chance, to begin with. I work in a jail, where most murderers are between 17-25 and are usually gang-related. The youngest was 15... but why is a 15-year-old even in a situation where murder is the outcome? There are programs and all sorts of help, especially for juveniles, but if they get out, they're walking into the same situations that lead them to jail in the first place. The correctional system is fucked up, but parents need to step up. The sad thing is most of these people are extremely nice and pleasant and could do amazing things, but again, most were doomed from the start because of their own parents.

[@TVEE]

4 months later he already was awaiting trial for burglary and 10 years later when he was 28 (2017) he was sentenced to 147 years behind bars for murder... Some people are just irredeemable.

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

​@@TVEE sources?

[@TVEE]

@@ptrekboxbreaks5198 The literal description of the video and a simple Google search of their name, buddy.

[@Psiros]

Some of these guards need to update their SOP. Why are some of them turning their backs on an inmate as they exit? That's just crazy.

[@poppybean7807]

They should send in army navy normal family men farmers navy seals road workers painters cooks exta to just show different lives you many could have your mind is so narrow when your brought up abuse & beaten you know nothing else It’s a long long road you need to learn to live so hard

[@marcconner8382]

Hard call . For me i think about the victims rather than about the perpitrators. While a juvenile offender has a chance to change, a victim of murder or rape or a beating cant change what happened. Its tough but consequnces must be enforced.

[@adrinathegreat3095]

No wonder the crime rate is so high when everyone feels sorry for the criminal and is looking to blame everyone but the the perpetrator.. Charles Taylor came across to me as a classic psychopath, he had all the traits and played into the part of good guy, victim like an actor. He was picked up within 3 months of being released on various charges dating back to shortly after his release, and now he's serving 147 years for murder.. Perhaps it's all the victims fault, it can't be Charles's

[@gardenlifelove9815]

The way these"adults" treat the kids is not ok. Treating them like crap over every little thing with absolutely zero encouragement? No wonder they act out, I would too.

[@EduardoFitnesss]

Charles said: “nope, I don’t want to be a navy seal no more, I’m gonna invade homes and graduate as a criminal.

[@nursedaniel72]

Leave off him. I think he's a sweetheart. I wish him well

[@corruptedhiker]

What toilet were you sitting on when you wrote this, God?

[@bluebonnetbunny4813]

@@nursedaniel72 check the follow up. He’s in prison for 147 years now. So sad.

[@MEGVTRON]

Damn thats funny bro

[@bigsiebuzz1728]

Great parenting all around. Keep having kids everyone

[@dersla3684]

I feel bad for Michael but at the same time I believe he says what he wants you to hear after looking him up I found out he was back in prison on a burglary charge earlier this year

[@MissNola]

I know mike personally. He’s a mess 😂

[@cynthiadavid5282]

I pray that none of the members of the calamari productions crew get hurt my prayers are with u always

[@lour8548]

When ur 18 ur old enough to get transferred out to a adult prison but you cant be released on your own without an adult,,,sounds like bull to me.

[@merkcityboy834]

It’s the juvenile bs I’m glad I never went there did a prison tour of DDJ then got stuck on a Y.O.A. Never again that life is for the birds.

[@infinitymystery21G]

15:09 lol the face that woman gives off is like "woah who's this lady and what have you done with Barbara"

[@MewAndKirby]

I just watched this video...1/3/2022...I need to let everyone know that both Paul Gingerich and Colt Lundy have been released...I can not say how they are faring thanks to the total lack of empathy extended to them while they were so young but I pray they are living healthy and happy lives

[@iLoveBoysandBerries]

They are doing very well.. Colt is a personal trainer and married

[@drewpowers7236]

Officer: relax Inmate: I AM RELAXING!!!$@!

[@bigbrizzyb2621]

Being a resigned Correctional Officer for TDCJ, it’s tough but I can only image working with juveniles.

[@otwshane2643]

you a CO cut it out 😂😂😂

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

​@@otwshane2643 nothing wrong with being a CO

[@otwshane2643]

@@ptrekboxbreaks5198 Yes it is 😂😂😂

[@zerozilchnada5373]

The families should be ashamed of themselves not visiting or showing support. Supporting them doesn't mean you agree of their actions it means you will love them and give them support. How dare you call yourself a parent.

[@chrisbrown-jw4ce]

I suppose it depends on the family and the crime but is terrible leaving someone hanging having especially a young person.

[@toast3591]

These poor kids brought into the world and barely had a chance how heart breaking

[@bxi1547]

These “poor children” wouldn’t hesitate to make you one of their victims.

[@randyg.7940]

@@bxi1547 double edged sword

[@richardyork9495]

Well of course your friends forget about you..your in prison 🤷‍♂️😂

[@RJ31586]

These poor kids , some of them just needed to be loved

[@CarlaBrill-w5r]

Agree it's starts with them that's the worst places

[@darkwahdorcass1582]

Some parents should be also arrested for bringing human beings into this world and deciding to neglect them! Is their fault

[@cynthiadavid5282]

Sometimes the parents don't care sad the kids complete the program and then no one shows up some time the parents are just don't want to be bothered

[@wendystocklin9995]

Sometimes parents give up because they don’t understand or know how to handle their kid’s behavior. Can be scary for parents, too. Sometimes hard to know what to do.

[@kaya8632]

This breaks my heart for these young boys

[@andrealynell89]

If any of you boys watch this May God bless you ❤you are made new in Jesus 😊keep trying don’t give up You have a beautiful story always 🙏🏼 I have 3 boys and my heart brakes for each one of you I was raised in the state and always wished to have better I was mean I was ugly hearted and I hated life But now I’m so grateful for my path Always remember God is good all the time✌🏼

[@CalamariProductions]

Glad to hear you found a way to walk a new path @andy Lynell. We always hope the best for the kids we work with, too. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@bamby5211]

Wow what a disappointment in this guy Charles. 147 years in prison for murder from 2017. SMH... 4 months after his release.

[@stacykaminski3323]

What did he do to get rhat many years

[@sashamoore9691]

Where’s his father? Oh wait, he’s Blk

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

I think it was 10 years after this show...he was sentenced to adult prison for burglary and then 4 months after being released he committed murder

[@CaseyBerard-qv6bi]

Hahahahahaha

[@user-ox4cz4tw3k]

Seen as a adult at 18 but not seen as mature enough to be allowed to chose if they drink alcohol. Got to love I USA

[@nickhill8612]

I always thought that law was unconstitutional and if I ever get busted I'll challenge it all the way to the supreme court .

[@nickhyde420]

Seems like the law move the goal posts for their favour.

[@Thelegendl23]

Just because you can be conditioned to go to war doesn't mean a young brain can handle alcohol. Its not even the same thing lmao. My God we're all screwed with this level of stupidity.

[@realmofthemisunderstood166]

@@nickhill8612 Do you really think you’d be able to accomplish that in this vast, corrupt institution?

[@unnamedchannel1237]

US, states can have alcohol sold to 18 year olds but there is federal funding that gets cut to the state if they choose to. ( my understanding I don’t live in US going off what I have read) also they can go to war kill people but not drink . Merica F yeah

[@arcious60]

A parent is supposed to love their child unconditionally

[@sashamoore9691]

Bc a dad isn’t suppose to abandon them. Yet, most blk men do. So cry about it

[@alexajose-nixon6028]

charles was absolutely failed. it made me tear up because he had been doing so well and this setback was all he needed to go back into this lifestyle. he’s serving 147 years now. he was a product of his environment

[@bestshort2739]

Oh shut tf up , no one in there right mind kills another human . Hope he rots in prison

[@sashamoore9691]

Maybe his dad shouldn’t have went for a pack of cigarettes and never to return. Pathetic ass men

[@countycalling]

He is a product of his choices

[@lexpantaridis204]

@@countycalling choices he made due to the environment that created him. basic psychology

[@dawonfields7360]

@@lexpantaridis204 is that true ? He’s doing life now

[@KimmieArgyshev]

Oh I’m so happy for Charles that his mom made it and he can go home!

[@michaelblack1925]

15:30 that kid should have been in rehab not prison. They need to rebuild the whole criminal justice system in Indiana there penalties cuz the time there handing out to people is ridiculous

[@timcunningham9996]

My heart broke for Charles...the same thing happened to me when i was 14... i was scheduled to be realesed from juvie at 7am on a Friday.. my step father hated me and wouldn't let my mother come pick me up... left me there till he left town for work on monday... then she come and got me... never ever returned to her house luckily my grandmother took me in... kinda know how he felt...sad

[@joepiro7318]

That white boy was a GD? You ain't in Cali no more... This is an episode of Lockdown correct? Thought I'd seen them all. Ty. Loving it...

[@Mr_Bronx]

10:09 😂doesn’t he look like the warden from “Orange Is The New Black “😂 lmfaooo

[@redrocks1983]

To all the Mothers in these comments who defend Charles Taylor's Mom for not showing up for his graduation, or to pick him up, please take an inward look at yourself as a Mom.

[@felixcat9318]

Charles appeared to be a successful participant in the programme and to have benefitted from it. Of course he wanted his freedom, though I sincerely hope that he will build on his positive experience on the programme to stay positive and to keep away from gangs, drugs and committing robberies. His mother was genuinely very proud of him and I hope that he doesn't let her or himself down... Edit: Charles is currently serving a 147 year prison sentence.

[@carolynbrown8209]

😭

[@zelenme]

Why?

[@bigbird9030]

@@zelenme murder

[@marktaylor4216]

@@zelenme He stolen $5

[@courtneycarnevale3736]

@@zelenme Murder

[@dh1752]

OMFG I was so pissed off at Charles Taylor's mom until she finally showed up to pick him up lol You could see the devastation in his eye, I teared up lol I really hope that young man makes something of himself 👍🏼

[@kristy1653]

Unfortunately, he’s doing 147 years for murder.

[@HaveAGoodDayFk.U]

Charles should try out for acting. He looks like he would fit so many roles and he had a smooth charismatic likeness to him where you could get attached to his character and actually care about the character unlike so many other actors today where you can careless whether they die or survive in the movie.

[@CaseyBerard-qv6bi]

Yeah check the prison for him I think he is available 23 hrs a day

[@t0ny1189]

They gave a kid 8 1/2 months for stealing a pack of cigarettes? And his first offense?

[@neddieskull6715]

Yeah thats fucked

[@brendanoneil3489]

insane

[@geebert23]

those people who steal car dont even go to jail

[@bigbird9030]

Good they should had gave him a year to teach him

[@bxi1547]

If he was even telling the truth. These guys are professional liars.

[@lizam3008]

As much as you want to feel sorry for a kid like Charles, I just can't feel sorry for someone that committed murder. Yes, he had a shitty mother, but so did many people and they didn't end up killing someone. Life is about choices, and he kept making the wrong ones.

[@sashamoore9691]

Where’s his father?? Maybe if he didn’t walk out his life he’d be a better man. He has his father to blame.

[@chrisbrown-jw4ce]

We dont know charles his life or upbringing whether he was molested or had gang involvement as brightly as he shone and as promising as he seemed in this video.

[@aka_senior_8427]

Charles says he wants to get out and take care of his mum, the same mum who can't even be bothered to go and see his graduation and collect him, vile woman 🤬

[@mikeyg6631]

I fear jail more then I do God himself!!!! Im Happy to see Charles go home and May he stay away from troubles. Damn I spoke too soon 😪

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

ya it's okay you didn't know :(

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

most keep re-offending because they think it's cool to act tough in front of all the other inmates.

[@gabiausten8774]

This crazy lady that came with ,,u have a lot of excuses”, like u are CRAZY! What an abuse of power.

[@trimmin420]

Damn Charles i had high hopes for you my dude come on man

[@oliverrnichols]

Poor kid just waiting for his mom. I hope he does well now.

[@sashamoore9691]

And why isn’t he waiting for his dad? Perhaps even he knows that Nigga will NEVER come back. Raise child support and I bet this won’t be such an re occurrence

[@rosebanx00]

The fact that kids under 17 are put in jail/juvenile prison is part of the problem of why they end up repeat offenders. Jailing a youth is not the answer. Getting them mental health and in a proper facility with real support is what they need.

[@shaiblanco2015]

One of the kids in the beginning, Stedman, was murdered by his gf in 2016. He was 27. Sad to see he never turned his life around. RIP kid.

[@ickiedeer-lamb7282]

Imagine how many more children are being concieved during covid-19 lockdowns, due to boredom? They'll never know like when we were truly living, prisoners of a pandemic. My heart breaks for them.

[@lauratarnowski3135]

Heart breaking mom didn’t pick him up..now we know he ended up there

[@poppybean7807]

He’s back in for murder

[@Theogvineofthedead]

Dude... Michael was locked up for minor consumption and a petty theft charge. That is so beyond corrupt. And the way the lady in the blue suit talked to him, I want to slap her in the face. Do they not understand the harm that 2 years behind bars for experimenting with alcohol and stealing one pack of cigs can do to a fucking child??? It's not like this place is rehab, it's forced isolation of a minor for being a damn kid. You could never convince me that the torture and extermination of a person's formative years through forced caging is more beneficial than something as simple as therapy or a father figure could be for a young man... His story is absolutely tragic, I wouldn't be surprised if his lengthy time behind bars for non violent drug offences ended up being a net negative for his life. It must be hard to go back to society without quality friends or a meaningful relationship with a woman. They robbed him of an opportunity to better himself because of simple non violent drug offenses and a petty theft... I'm absolutely disgusted and my heart goes out to him and I can only hope that he didn't allow such a corrupt experience to ruin his chance to be a happy healthy member of society....

[@edithbella1018]

Yes Thankyou way too much time for nothing and then when they’re like tell me about yourself never mind shut up you’re making excuses and you’re a child and I’m talking 😡

[@Theogvineofthedead]

@@edithbella1018 the way we treat addiction is so wrong. You shouldn't be a criminal for using Chemicals. If anything, society should be open armed, and wanting to help and embrace those that struggle with over consumption. Not to mention the proven psychedelic therapy options that exist like ibogane and ayahuasca that have enormous results in long term remission. Sry I haven't watched the video in a year but those are my relative comments based on my recollection and reading of both our comments in the present day. And to me it just seems important to talk about how wrong the war on drugs is. When you make drugs illegal you just push them into the black market where there is quality quantity unknown and gang violence associated with its distribution. So not only deaths from untested chemicals that WILL ALWAYS EXIST you can't stop the flow of chemicals because they have precursors and I can explain to you how to make mdma with easily obtainable chemicals and vanilla extract so good luck trying to create a totalitarian society where all chemicals and personal activities are monitored. Not gonna work. So it would be better if we ended the war and drugs and work towards erasing the taboo of not knowing and making clear the downfalls of overconsumption in anything from food to drugs to adrenaline....

[@big_cal_on_33s84]

The seargent teeth scares me 😂😂😂

[@jennifermorley9836]

Those big egos and attitudes somw of theae kids have will quickly disappear when they shift over to adult prison. They will get that attitude beat out of them in 2.2 seconds. My heart hurts for Charles. His mom should have been there.

[@anamuntean3276]

Oh my goodness what a terrible mother Charles has. I would have gone to pick him up. Damn, most of these kids are in there because of their selfish, irresponsible, careless parents. To see Charles do all that he could do and have his mother destroy him one more time, it’s appalling, I’m disgusted 🤬

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

yep, she knew her "vacation" away from her "bad" son was over and didn't want to pick him up. I mean cmon, your car broke down AND your phone is off on the morning youre supposed to pick your son up? what an awful parent

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

someone said he was sentenced to 147 years for murder 10 years after this show

[@christopherwilliams7905]

Ok I'm confused... Did he say he did 9 months for stealing a pack of cigarettes? Then 2 years for underage consumption and receiving stolen property??? WTF

[@chatita9527]

😂😂😂 ... I am quite sure you are not locked away for stealing a pack of cigarettes, not even in the US! There will be multiple charges and times when he got caught, and NOW the judge finally decided that more action was needed. Of course, this youngsters version sounds more dramatic, but even in the US they are not bold enough to spend tax payers' money on a simple tiny charge like stealing a pack of cigarettes once ...

[@Gather301]

ok thought i was tripping 🤦🏾‍♂️ wtf

[@sandevieira5674]

The little blonde woman on the review board has issues. Why ask a kid if they are nervous and then respond "well you should be"? Jeez ,...🙄

[@galegrazutis964]

We need MORE like her!!!

[@edithbella1018]

She gets off on the power

[@Ashleyofthewolves]

Thought the same thing she was kinda mean

[@archieese9176]

Its sad that Charles ended up in jail again

[@poppybean7807]

Yea for murder

[@feliciabosch8110]

Thank you mamma for coming to pick Charles up I'm so happy

[@merkcityboy834]

I see from the comments he’s know serving 147 yrs for mixer smh..

[@torietott]

My heart goes out to charles I hope he stays out of trouble

[@gabrielleandrew542]

Sorry to disappoint you ...

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

well he didnt...he served time for burglary I believe and then committed murder in 2017...sadly he will never be released again

[@PrecisionMedicine]

Is there more information somewhere to read about him when he came back to prison? So sad.

[@theshnackyfamilyedits5674]

Sadly, he came back in for murder

[@Lecon60]

I broke out of Juvie in Alaska. I was charged as an adult. When I got released from Juvie it was to a probation officer. I was a ward of the state of Alaska for 44 years.

[@Lecon60]

I know men who've gotten out after serving 30 years of a 300 year sentence. They live under surveillance and work in a community. They pay their rent of 1/3 after paying rent in a 3/4 house. Some accepted 60 year sentences for murder. They've been out for 15 to 20 years. Geriatrics get released to a home.

[@RzRipper]

Is smoking weed in this state under 21 also minor consumption? Do kids get locked up for drinking beers and smoking cigarettes and joints in this state? This is madness.

[@DevonteM317]

Just depends on from this state but I’m from Indianapolis the capital and the police never arrested me for that stuff when I was young they just took em from me or gave me a ticket I’m from one of the worst areas and they’re mostly worried about guns and hard drugs

[@bxi1547]

I’m pretty sure it’s more to the story than what these inmates are telling. Don’t be so naïve.

[@tbone9474]

A feel good story for Charles... only to find out he offends again, and then becomes a murderer...

[@CalamariProductions]

@T Bone - we were as surprised as anyone at how things turned out. :(

[@--_-_-_-74..]

Just a thought.... If they didn't return to their home town would they do better ? Old habits die hard . Sending healing light and love to all . Peace

[@geraldgallegos3943]

Some kids are animals,you have to face facts !!!

[@randyg.7940]

Some animals are kids!!!

[@mariacasella979]

I'm so glad the Mom showed up!!good luck to you Charles,good luck Michael..thank you for bringing us these videos and please be safe

[@CalamariProductions]

@Maria Casella - Yes, it was a bit of a nerve racking day the day we filmed. Everyone was rooting for Charles (and Michael). Unfortunately, if you read the update on the video description, you'll see Charles is now serving a life sentence. His projected release date is 2089. Sad for everyone involved, including the victim, family members and yes, Charles. He had so much potential. :(

[@Lor7ev]

@@CalamariProductions how old is he now

[@crazy8PL]

@@CalamariProductions I’m so sorry to hear about Charles. I was rooting for him. 😢

[@camillepinnock6356]

@@CalamariProductions yep he is serving life I watch another documentary about life in prison and they interviewed him and I was wondering where I saw his face from until I watch this and recognize him and his name

[@psychokinesis878]

@@CalamariProductions is it for murder?