Sentence
Originally sentenced to two years for theft—she and partner-in-crime Julie Saunders stole money from clients whilst working as prostitutes. Now serving a term of eight years for GBH with intent.

Background
Real name Sonya Dawson. Her ex-husband, Andy, took their three children, Rhiannon, Martin, and Gary, to America after she was sentenced and got a restraining order to prevent her from seeing them.

Profile
Just like her best friend Julie S, Julie J is a popular inmate. She’s soft-hearted, kind, and extremely loyal to her friends on G-Wing. Emotionally weaker and more unstable than her partner-in-crime, Julie J relies heavily on Julie S to stop people taking advantage of her kind heart and gullibility. Julie misses her children dreadfully, but she realises that she will probably have a proper relationship with them. As time wears on, the prospect of living with Julie S and her son, David, becomes the most important thing in her life, but when Julie S is diagnosed with breast cancer, the dream began to look like just another fantasy. Julie S is now thankfully in remission, but she has made it clear that she will refuse treatment in the event of her cancer returning. Although she respects her friend’s wishes, Julie J has been vocal in her opposition.

Last Seen
Celebrating Christmas with her fellow inmates on G-Wing (s8ep11).

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