Parole

Florida legal definition under F.S. 947.002

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Definition: The conditional release of a prisoner before the completion of their full sentence, under supervision. Florida eliminated parole for offenses committed after October 1, 1983, replacing it with gain time and conditional release.

Category: Sentencing · Statute: F.S. 947.002 · Source: Florida Legislature

Understanding Parole in Florida

The conditional release of a prisoner before the completion of their full sentence, under supervision. Florida eliminated parole for offenses committed after October 1, 1983, replacing it with gain time and conditional release.

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