prison culture
Prison customs, norms, beliefs, environment, atmosphere, lifestyle, social interaction, inmate code and values. In addition to inmates, correctional officers and staff interaction with each other.
Examples of prison culture: Inmates not snitching on another inmate. Inmates showing respect for another inmates property. Underground economy of trading goods and services in prison. Keeping your bunk area clean if living in a two person cell. Disrespecting another inmate can lead to violence against the person.