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Inmate
Incarcerated people in the Utah County Jail are usually referred to as inmates as opposed to prisoners. There is a subtle difference between prison and jail though the two terms are sometimes used interchangeably. Prison usually refers to a higher-security facility where people go for many years. It is rare to spend more than a year in a county jail though it is not unheard of.
One of the challenges for first-time inmates in jail is getting along with other inmates who may have spent much of their lives behind bars. Be assured, however, that you will meet other first-timers. You should, however, know some of the ground rules which will help you avoid an incident such as a fight or threats from other inmates.
First of all, be aware that some of the terminology used between inmates has a different meaning than it would outside of jail. Calling somebody a "punk," for instance, is very strong and will most likely result in a fight (or some type of confrontation). This is a spillover from prison (where many inmates have spent some time).
Finding current or past inmates at the Utah County Jail is no longer as easy as it once was. There is no publicly accessible database now - only guards and authorized jail officials can search the website of incarcerated inmates. If you suspect that somebody you know is an inmate at the Utah County Jail, however, you can call the jail and ask if they are there. The jail will confirm the date they were booked, their expected release date and their charge(s).
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