Bill > HB835

This bill proposes to allow eligible parolees in Pennsylvania to have their period of supervision reduced by 90 days if they obtain certain educational or vocational credentials during their parole. Specifically, parolees can qualify for this early release if they remain in compliance with their parole terms and achieve a high school diploma, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, career certificate, vocational certificate, technical certification, or high school equivalency diploma. However, this provision does not apply to individuals who were convicted of a "crime of violence" as defined under Pennsylvania law. The term "crime of violence" is a legal classification referring to specific serious offenses that typically involve physical harm or threat of physical harm. The bill aims to incentivize educational and vocational achievement among parolees by offering a modest reduction in supervision time, potentially supporting successful reintegration into society. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its enactment.

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