Title: Criminal Sentences to Prison and Parole | ExpertLaw
Headings: Criminal Sentences to Prison and Parole
Criminal Sentences to Prison and Parole
Contents
What is Prison
Classification of Prisoners
Misconduct While Incarcerated
Credit for Good Behavior
What is Parole
Do All Inmates Receive Parole
Parole Hearings
Staged Release Into the Community
How Long Does Parole Last
What Happens After An Inmate is Paroled
Travel Restrictions
Parole Violations

Content: While incarcerated in a less secure facility, the inmate may be allowed to work outside of the prison, whether through a state work program or for a private employer. If the inmate continues to behave well, the inmate may qualify for placement in a half-way house, a residential facility where the inmate can hold a job, and may potentially qualify for day or weekend passes during which the inmate is allowed freedom within the community. If an inmate successfully completes a term in a half-way house, he may be paroled into the community. The stages of release will vary depending upon the jurisdiction, the inmate's conviction offense, and the inmate's circumstances. How Long Does Parole Last
The length of a term of parole will depend upon a range of factors, including the nature of the crime committed, the length of the defendant's sentence, how well the defendant complies with the terms of parole, and how well the defendant adjusts to life outside of prison. A parolee who repeatedly gets into trouble or breaks the conditions of his parole may find that his parole is extended, that additional restrictions are imposed, or that he is returned to prison. A parolee will normally be subject to a maximum term of parole that is defined by law, following which the parolee must be discharged from parole. Following a long enough period of good conduct, it is possible for a defendant to be discharged from parole prior to having served the maximum period of parole. Back to top
What Happens After An Inmate is Paroled
The release of an inmate on parole is accompanied by restrictions. Typical provisions on parole include the requirement that the parolee obtain permission before moving to a new home, that the parolee not associate with known criminals, that the parolee abstain fr