What to Expect During a Parole Hearing
- February 21st, 2018
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If you or someone you love is eligible for parole, you may have questions about what to expect during a parole hearing. Before the inmate is released from incarceration and placed on parole, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles…
10 Ways to Support Family and Friends in Prison
- February 14th, 2018
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If you have a friend or family member in prison, having at least 10 ways to support your family and friends in prison may help you both. People in Texas go to prison for many reasons. Some go to prison…
What Is Life Without Parole in Texas?
- January 31st, 2018
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Texas was the last of the so-called “death penalty” states to pass “Life without Parole” (LWOP) as an option for some offenders. Texas is currently one of 31 states that offer the LWOP option. Many people are opposed to LWOP…
The History of Parole
- January 17th, 2018
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Parole is a form of community supervision used in the U.S. and Texas state corrections system: Parole is the supervision of the individual released from prison. Parole is derived from the French word, parol, and means word of honor. The…