Inmates have no choice but to use the toilet in their cell in front of their cellmates. It also depends on the specific prison or jail and the policies they have in place. In some facilities, inmates may have access to toilets in their cells and be required to use them in the presence of their cellmates. In other facilities, there may be shared toilet facilities in common areas, which would allow inmates some privacy.
In general, however, inmates in prison or jail have very limited privacy and may be required to engage in personal activities, including using the bathroom, in the presence of others. This lack of privacy is one of the many challenges of incarceration that inmates must cope with on a daily basis.
It’s worth noting that some inmates may feel uncomfortable or embarrassed about using the toilet in front of others and may try to limit their intake of food and liquids to avoid needing to use the bathroom frequently. This can lead to health problems, as well as feelings of shame and isolation.