How Pardons Work in Texas
- April 21st, 2023
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You have probably heard of someone asking the governor for a pardon, and it may seem like a simple thing to do. However, like other states and at the federal level, pardoning in Texas is a complex process. Also, a…
Can I Travel While on Parole in Texas?
- March 17th, 2023
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If you are on parole in Texas, traveling gets a bit tricky, but, in general, you can do it if you follow the process. In some cases, you can travel to multiple counties within a region or the state without…
Common Parole Conditions
- February 15th, 2023
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Parole is a privilege, not a right. The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles determines whether a prisoner seems capable of reintegrating safely into society, and parole can be canceled or rescinded under a variety of circumstances. While some criminal…
The First Step Act: What Inmates Need to Know
- January 13th, 2023
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The First Step Act (FSA) of 2018 provides Federal inmates a pathway toward early release while attempting to reduce recidivism. The act was updated in 2022. As of 2021, Texas housed just under 15,000 Federal inmates, around 9% of all…