Parole Supervision

PAROLE SUPERVISION
When an offender is eligible for parole, it does not mean he/she will be released.   As stated earlier, the Board considers a multitude of individual characteristics and circumstances in order to make that decision.  These include, but are not limited to:  criminal history, prior supervision, nature of the offense, institutional conduct and treatment accomplishments, as well as the adequacy of the inmate's parole plan.

The Board can deny parole and place the inmate on annual or biennial review, which means his/her progress will be reviewed in another year.  The Board can deny parole and set a date for reappearance.  The members can also deny parole, send the inmate to a treatment program in the prison or other appropriate program, or deny early release altogether.

  If an inmate is granted parole, he/she is not free and clear.   The parolee will be required to report regularly to a community based parole officer.  The parolee is subject to numerous standard conditions (see Standard Parole Condition Table) and may be subject to several special conditions such as:  no alcohol or bars; urinalysis testing; ongoing treatment for chemical dependency; sex offender aftercare; or mental health counseling.  In certain circumstances, the Board can impose conditions suggested by the victim such as:  no contact with victim or family, travel restrictions, and/or restitution.  If a parolee becomes a risk or violates parole conditions, the Board can recommit the offender and assure continued incapacitation through detention.  The Board can also mandate electronic monitoring, Intensive Supervision, or Extended Supervision.  In each of these cases, the parolee is subject to very stringent conditions.  Upon request of victims or authorities and with good cause, the Board can restrict travel, associations, and/or contacts.  If you have problems with a parolee, you have every right to contact the parole office nearest you and request assistance.  We hope this pamphlet is beneficial to you, the victim.  We find that most victims feel better once the process is explained and they can provide their input.  Please contact the Board of Pardons and Parole for further information.