PAROLE

Parole Boards have little information to help them decide on the possible release of an inmate. Letters of support can make a big difference.

Angered over their relationship ending, Russel Swigart broke into Bridget Wright's home, and brutally butchering her pets - then sent her details by text. Now he's up for parole, but Ms. Wright is determined to see him complete his twelve year sentence.

As one of the states with the highest number of convicted felons, the state of Texas is utilizing a Risk Assessment program to determine who is eligible for parole. But, is it really fair?

Betty Broderick's parole was denied. She will not be eligible again for another fifteen years. How common is it for women to "snap" and murder their husbands following the discovery of an affair?

The Supreme Court will soon decide whether or not sentencing juvenile offenders to life without parole is constitutional.

The impact of a parole hearing on the feelings of everyone concerned may only be seen as the victim of a crime and the mother of the one who committed it are brought face to face.

When a celebrity or a family member of a celebrity is murdered, the subsequent parole hearings are the subject of analysis and speculation.

You may think that people have always been allowed out of prison with the condition of parole. In reality, the notion is rather new, started by the French! Learn what "parole" really means, and who to thank for the privilege!

See how you can become a part of this vastly growing career easily. There is a huge need nationwide for parole officers, so see what it takes to have a career as a parole officer.

Probationary supervision and parole supervision are very similar in certain aspects. In both, an attempt is made to help the parolee attain meaningful relationships in their respective community. However, there are some distinct differences.

What does it mean to be on parole in Texas? How your life will be forever changed, and not for the better. This is my opinion from personal experience in dealing with the Texas parole system. While you all may not agree with my opinion, it is just that. Thank you.

Many people get Parole and Probation confused. Unless you work in Law Enforcement, or have been convicted of a crime, you may not know the difference. Both deal with rehabilitating offenders outside of prison, but there is a huge difference in the two.

If you have a friend or loved one who is incarcerated, they may have been advised that it would be helpful for them to write a letter of support to the parole board. The following sample and guidelines should not be construed as legal advice.

Following is a sample of a parole packet cover, or transmittal, letter. (This letter is only an example and is in no way, shape or form intended to be considered legal advice.)

Both probation and parole are serious matters under the law. If you violate your probation or parole, you will be subject to whatever penalties the judge and your parole or probation officer deems necessary. Read on to learn more.

Attending a parole hearing is never a fun experience, but it allows you a voice when it comes to a convicted criminal's release on parole. Following are some tips to get you through it, whether you're speaking for or against.

A brief and simple explanation of how parole works through the eyes of a field officer.

In this paper I will discuss the history of parole and probation in the United States and how it came to exist in today's society.

Willie Clark who is being labeled as a "person of interest" in the New Years Day killing of Denver Broncos Darrent Williams. He violated his parole and has been sent back to prison today for a 180 day mandatory sentence.

What are some of the issues within the correctional system? There are a number of them including, parole, changes in the correctional system, and social factors within prisons. This article will focus on the issues involving parole.