In certain California cities, if you get busted for a so-called minor offense (DWI is one) that lands you in the City Jail, you can do your hard time in a cushy jail cell. It’s called the pay-to-stay program. This little known loophole has existed for years. And get this—the jailbirds, called “clients”, get to use computers and iPods and get home cooked meals delivered.
Jailhouse rent is from $75-127 a night. The one above must be the cheaper version—- no maid service.
Source: The New York Times.
Photo credit: Monica Almeida (NY Times).
