Rogelio Gutierrez

I was born in San Antonio, Texas. I’m thirty-four years old and have been in prison since I was sixteen. Since being here, I’ve earned an Associates degree in Arts and am currently finishing up on a Bachelors of Science degree in Sociology. I’m versatile in my readings but favor plays, Russian literature, and Shakespeare. Despite my unfortunate turn in life, I’m thankful for every day and continue to be strong. My ultimate dream is to one day be a dad.


Articles by Rogelio Gutierrez

Prison and Justice Writing
Tuesday May 10

Judgment Walk

My adolescent years are the most vivid of my memories. Maybe because they were the most intense and shaky of my life experiences. Back then nothing seemed normal. It was always me against the world. Then again, what teenager doesn’t feel that way? However, I believe my episodes were a little unconventional compared to most