Definition of «parole»

Parole is a system that allows certain prisoners to be released from prison before they have completed their full sentence. It involves supervised release and can be granted based on good behavior, participation in rehabilitation programs or other factors that demonstrate the individual is ready for re-entry into society.

Usage examples

  1. The inmate was released on parole after serving several years in prison.
  2. The parole board will review the prisoner's case to determine if they are eligible for early release.
  3. The judge set a parole hearing for the convicted felon to evaluate their progress and behavior in prison.
  4. The parole officer regularly meets with the parolee to ensure they are complying with all the conditions of their release.
  5. The parolee must maintain steady employment and attend regular counseling sessions as part of their parole agreement.
  6. Violating the terms of parole can result in the immediate return to prison.
  7. The parole system aims to reintegrate prisoners back into society while still ensuring public safety.

Sentences with «parole»

  • Examples of recent cases include the litigation in respect of the child refugees dispersed from the camp in Calais, Osborn in the Supreme Court on the requirements for Parole Board hearings, Sturnham in the Court of Appeal on damages for Article 5 breaches, the series of joined cases concerning reception conditions in Cyprus for asylum seekers, challenges to local authority taxi licensing policy, and challenges to the prison «book ban». (1cor.com)
  • Experiences highlighted on example resumes of Parole Officers include supervising offenders who are eligible for conditional release from prison, and assisting parolees with adjusting back into society upon their release from prison. (jobhero.com)
  • He was released on parole on health grounds after serving just over two years (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
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