Do Not Pass Go …
Although rare, you can go to jail for antitrust or price fixing violations. Alfred Taubman, former chairman of Sotherby’s, recently served nine-and-a-half months in prison for his role in the auction-house price-fixing case. As New York Magazine, via the WSJ Law Blog, reported, his new book has “handy prison survival advice“
Maintain a good-natured demeanor: “One thing you learn right away as you interact with the other inmates is to never show any signs of disrespect.” Make new friends: “A big, strong 36-year-old African-American named Ben … was intelligent, had a good sense of humor, and from our first day together in Rochester he became my adviser and protector, which I appreciated very much.” But keep the old: “Nancy Kissinger was kind enough to send me pictures of her new puppy.” Politely equivocate when your cellmate asks you to adopt him: “This was a complicated matter, I explained to him. It would require a thorough review by my children, who would have to decide if they wanted him as their brother, and by my estate trustees.” Be creative with what you have: “With a few key ingredients (you could buy fresh fruit once a week) and a microwave we created magnificent culinary delights.”
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