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2154.5 – Adoption Of Guidelines For Parole | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania's parole guidelines focus on safety, victim input, and evidence-based assessments, balancing public safety with parole discretion.

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2154.5 – Adoption Of Guidelines For Parole

Pennsylvania Title 42 - Judiciary and Judicial Procedure § 2154.5

Summary

Pennsylvania's Section 2154.5 mandates the adoption of parole guidelines by the parole board, emphasizing public safety, victim input, and evidence-based risk assessments. The guidelines aim to promote responsible behavior, participation in rehabilitation programs, and efficient resource allocation while preserving the board's discretionary authority. These measures seek to balance public safety with fair parole practices.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania's parole guidelines focus on safety, victim input, and evidence-based assessments, balancing public safety with parole discretion.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.