Prop 57. Tips to Build Your Case For Early Release
Now that Prop 57 has passed the flood gates will swing open and inmates will pour in all seeking an early release from prison.
Stop Sign. There will be no automatic release of inmates. Inmates who seek to be released will have to request early release from the Parole Board. So here are some tips that inmates can use to help build their case while serving their base term (which is required) prior to being released early.
1. Get your GED. If the prison facility offers education classes take them all.
2. Complete Substance Abuse and Anger Management Classes -whichever are applicable to your situation.
3. Exhibit Good Conduct while in custody. (If you are requesting early release, the Parole Board is going to want to feel confident that you will be released back into society, as a mature adult; not as a menace.
These tips will help you tremendously if you are going to request early release. *And remember to save all your class certificates as these will be used as persuasive evidence in your case.