Title: How to Get Out of Prison Early | Early Release Programs | LegalMatch
Headings: Early Release Programs
Early Release Programs
What is “Early Release” from Prison?
Contents
Who is Eligible for Parole?
Who Can Grant an Early Release or “Parole” from Prison?
What Factors are Considered by the Parole Board?
How is Parole Monitored and Restricted?
Can a Paroled Defendant be Sent Back to Prison?
What Does “Good Time Off” Mean?
Do I Need a Lawyer for Assistance With Early Release?

Content: The seriousness of the offense that resulted in imprisonment. Parole is less likely to be granted for first degree offenses than other offenses. Parole is less likely to be granted for violent crimes, such as kidnapping, assault, rape, robbery and murder, than for other offenses. Whether the judge issuing the sentence made a parole recommendation. The characteristics of the inmate, including age and prior criminal record. Whether the inmate has demonstrated remorse for having committed the crime. Who Can Grant an Early Release or “Parole” from Prison? A prisoner requests parole by filing a motion for early release. The motion is a document in which the prisoner explains why they are entitled to early release. A prisoner may apply for early release based on special conditions.