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Harvey Weinstein is said to have hired one – but what is a prison consultant?

Weinstein has reportedly hired an adviser to help him prepare for jail. We spoke to a prison consultant to learn more
Harvey Weinstein, who faces a maximum 25-year sentence. Photograph: Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images

Harvey Weinstein, who was this week convicted on two sexual assault charges and faces a maximum 25-year sentence, has reportedly hired a prison consultant to make life inside a little easier. But what exactly does a prison consultant do?

Christopher Zoukis was jailed for 12 years when he was a teenager, eventually earning a bachelor’s and a master’s degree while serving his sentence. He has now written award-winning books and works with clients who have to do

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