Parole refers to the conditional release of an inmate from an adult correctional centre, allowing them to serve the remainder of their custodial sentence within the community. This release is granted under the Parole Act and is supervised by Probation Aftercare Officers.
Parole differs from:
Eligibility for Parole
An inmate is eligible to apply for parole if they:
Additional eligibility criteria include:
Application Requirements
To apply for parole, inmates must submit:
Considerations for Granting Parole
The Parole Board evaluates a range of factors, including:
Refusal and Reapplication
If parole is denied, the inmate may reapply after 12 months from the date of refusal.
Parole Order and Conditions
Upon approval:
Conditions may include: