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In what ways can parole be revoked?
If the order was breached, the Authority can do the following:
- Revocations of parole. If there are mitigating circumstances for the breach of parole, the Authority can rescind the parole.
- Reinstatement of home detention.
- Reinstatement if intensive correction orders.
What does it mean if a prisoner is granted parole?
Parole is conditional freedom for a prison inmate. The prisoner (called a “parolee”) gets out from behind bars but must live up to a series of responsibilities. A parolee who doesn’t follow the rules risks going back into custody (prison).
Why would someone’s parole be revoked?
The Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) can set a California parole revocation hearing (and even revoke parole) for a parolee who is accused of committing another crime even if no criminal conviction is sustained. Parolees accused of violating their terms are entitled to a hearing.
Can the condition attached on parole be modify?
The court may modify the conditions of probation or revoke the same. If the violation is serious, the court may order the probationer to serve the prison sentence.
What is a breach of parole?
When a prisoner does not meet a condition or requirement of parole, this is considered a breach of parole. For example if there is a condition to attend for urinalysis testing for drugs or alcohol and the prisoner: fails to attend the test on the right day or. the test results indicate illicit drug use.
What does it mean to revoke parole?
Parole revocation means the administrative act of committing a parolee back to to prison for his/her failure to comply with the conditions of parole.
What will happen if the parolee violates any of the term and conditions of parole?
WHAT HAPPENS IF A PAROLEE VIOLATES THE CONDITIONS OF HIS PAROLE? The parolee shall be rearrested and recommitted or returned to prison to serve the unexpired portion of the maximum period of his sentence. It is the reduction of the period of a prison sentence.
What happens when a prisoner is granted a parole?
If granted a parole, the prisoner is allowed to return to the community under the supervision of a Parole Agent for a specified term. The release is conditioned upon the parolee’s compliance with terms set by the Parole Board.
How does the Parole Board make a decision?
The parole decision is made by majority vote of a three member panel of the Board. If granted a parole, the prisoner is allowed to return to the community under the supervision of a Parole Agent for a specified term. The release is conditioned upon the parolee’s compliance with terms set by the Parole Board.
Does the new parole law change my eligibility for parole?
Yes. The new law does not change an offender’s eligibility for parole. The parole eligibility date, mandatory release date, and full term date will continue to be determined according to D.C. law. You will receive a parole hearing form the U.S. Parole Commission if your hearing date is on or after August 5, 1998.
How long does it take to get a parole decision back?
Usually it takes about 21 days for the offender to receive a Notice of Action advising them of the official decision. Is it possible to appeal the parole decision? Certainly. Within 30 days of the date on the Notice of Action, the offender may file an appeal with the National Appeals Board.