Though I never went to prison, I did do time in county jail and a diversion center (like a work-release, in custody thing). It gave me enough time, off the dope, and having to deal with my own emotions to finally start believing this was NOT the way I wanted my life to continue.
Big ((((Hugs))) to you, as I can understand the mixed emotions. I put my family through hell, with my addiction. Today I am going on 4 years in recovery, and I would have never gotten here without having had to deal with some major consequences.
Hugs and prayers,
Amy