§ 46-23-1027 — Parole Achievement Credit

46-23-1027 . Parole achievement credit. (1) The department shall acknowledge achievements by a parolee who, by completion of an activity described in subsection (2), has shown a willingness to reenter society as a productive and responsible member.
(2) The department shall acknowledge achievements, such as:
(a) obtaining a high school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma;
(b) obtaining a degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution;
(c) completion of an approved apprenticeship program;
(d) completion of an accredited vocational certification program;
(e) employment of at least 20 scheduled hours a week, for 6 or more months;
(f) attendance at a faith-based, social service, or rehabilitation activity for 6 or more months; or
(g) any other achievement designated by a department rule.

Legislative History

En. Sec. 1, Ch. 238, L. 2007; amd. Sec. 25, Ch. 55, L. 2015.