Factors Considered for PRE Release/Parole Decisions

• The original recommendation of the sentencing Judge and Prosecutor to the ISRB.
• The length of time an offender has served so far.
• Any aggravating or mitigating factors or circumstances relative to the crime of conviction.
• The offender’s entire criminal history.
• All available information from the victim or the victim’s family, including comments on the impact of the crime, concerns about the offender's potential release, and requests for conditions if the offender is released.
• The offender’s participation in or refusal to participate in available programs or resources designed to assist in reducing the risk of re-offense.
• The risk to public safety.
• Serious and repetitive disciplinary infractions during incarceration.
• Evidence of the offender’s continuing intent or propensity to engage in illegal activity (e.g., victim harassment, criminal conduct while incarcerated, use of illegal substances.)
• Statements or declarations that the offender made about intending to re-offend or not intending to comply with conditions of supervision.
• Evidence that the offender presents a substantial danger to the community if released.