Two men have been charged with murdering my husband. They are still yet to be sentenced, but once they are I am curious as to whether or not they will have to sit out the whole sentence or if they will be able to be released early because of good behavior. I have been told that they will be able with good behavior to be released early, but I have also been told that with felony murder charges they will not be able to be released early.
2007-03-28 10:24:42 · 10 answers · asked by Valerie S 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Unless they are sentenced to life without parole, then parole is a possibility. If they receive a determinite sentence (measured in years, say 25 to 50 years), then good time would accumulate in states that still permit it.
2007-03-28 10:34:27 · answer #1 · answered by Scotty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The answer to the question depends on the state in which they are convicted. Some states, like Illinois, do not permit good time on first degree murder, which wasn't the case until about ten years ago. Each state has their own rules.
You should consider making an appointment to see the prosecutor handling the case. Many prosecutors not only are willing, but want to speak with family members. Some offices have a victim's services representative or an advocate attached to their office which may answer the questions. In some states there is also a victim's fund available which can assist in some cases for things like funeral expenses for murder victims, which may be worth looking into. Also, you may have a right to speak or testify at the sentencing hearing or to give a "victim impact statement."
If you strike out with the prosecutor, I would suggest contacting your state's attorney general's office.
2007-03-28 11:12:41 · answer #2 · answered by zoespetboy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it first-degree murder?
If so, it is likely that they will be sentenced without benefit of probation or parole, meaning that only a pardon can reduce their sentences.
If it is second-degree or manslaughter, then they would probably be eligible for good time reduction of sentences. In some cases, good time will reduce a sentence by as much as 66%!!
Of course, please understand that whether or not my answer is applicable to your situation depends on where you are located.
2007-03-28 10:32:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can be released early. The prison system should contact you when their parole hearing come up. You may want to contact the DA to ensure you stay in the loop on the matter.
2007-03-28 10:29:24 · answer #4 · answered by fly guy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the law of the state, what the judge decides and if they are eligible for parole...It is possible unless they were convicted of First degree murder.
2007-03-28 16:53:34 · answer #5 · answered by Dr. Luv 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. If he acts respectfuly with the guards and doesnt get in trouble he can get realeased early for good behavior.
2007-03-28 10:33:05 · answer #6 · answered by LiveLaughLove 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If parole is a possibility for them...yes. If they got life without parole then no.
2007-03-28 10:32:26 · answer #7 · answered by First Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-15 10:49:00 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no unless they go back to trail and get it reversed but that dont usely happen thankGod
2007-03-28 10:29:52 · answer #9 · answered by early 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no
2007-03-28 10:33:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋