Probation and Parole
Probation and Parole are critical components of the correctional system, focusing on supervising and rehabilitating individuals outside of incarceration. This directory provides articles and resources on the processes, challenges, and best practices for managing probation and parole cases. Understanding these aspects is essential for ensuring compliance, reducing recidivism, and supporting successful reintegration into society. For related content, explore our section on recidivism.
The hearing at the California Men’s Colony in San Luis Obispo was the 18th time Fred Woods appeared before a parole board for a hearing
Maine abolished parole in 1976, and is one of 16 states that does not allow it
Because of incompatible computer systems, a judge set a low bail for Walker not knowing he had recently been let out of jail before starting a seven-year prison sentence for burglary
Appeal states Gov. Schwarzenegger wanted to block parole of man who killed security guard
An Indiana prison is crediting an unusual suspect in helping offenders rehabilitate themselves prior to being released into society
Thomas Hagan helped kill civil rights leader 45 years ago
Woman who starved her 1-year-old to death at the behest of a religious cult leader won’t stay in jail
As budget cuts purge prisons, how can we expect community corrections to keep its grip?
New legislation mandating specific time frames for inmate releases sparks conflict
Final report to the governor is due by the end of the month
Guillermo Ramirez Peyro won’t be deported because he would likely be tortured and killed
More than 250 inmates freed without supervised parole under a new Calif. law were convicted of violent crimes
Supporters say the plan will cut prison populations and reduce recidivism rates
Career criminals who challenged their life sentences may see those sentences reduced
Justices have a good time debating ‘good time’
A task force seeks changes in how offenders are punished, educated and supported in the community
The board has no formal budget and a minimal staff
Parole board will be stripped of powers and recidivism will increase
Restrictions relaxed for nonviolent criminals
Thoughts on reforming rehabilitation built by looking at past failures
Decision comes after the arrest of John Albert Gardner III charged with killing a teen
Sex offender moved too close to school but remained free prior to allegedly murdering teen
Schwarzenegger made announcement after learning the files of a man charged with killing a teen had been destroyed
A decade old report recommended that the sex-offender accused of killing a Calif. teen never leave prison
Officials scrambling to fill job vacancies
Virginia Parole Board denies 94% of requests
Areas smothered with fear as offenders leave prison
Prisons looking for a new method after Baltimore inmate bluffs his way out of prison
Richard Peterson gets 3 days in jail for doing show about one night stand with stripper
Vanessa Jackson was notoriously convicted of starving 4 adopted brothers in 2003