Duration of Parole

The release date is set by the Board but it must not be any earlier than a prisoner’s earliest eligibility date (EED) which is determined by the Court during sentencing. However, in some circumstances, a release date will be after the EED to allow for such things as:

• Completion of a treatment programme;
• An accommodation assessment;
• An admission date for residential rehabilitation; or
• Any other reason that will assist parole being successful and secure the risk to the safety of the community.

Last updated: 10-Feb-2020

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