Texas Parole Laws
Winning Parole Release in Texas
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Josh F.;December 2008
Serving as an advocate of prisoners eligible for parole is a heavy responsibility. In Texas, only 20 to 30 percent of eligible prisoners actually receive it on their first try. Parole is not automatic but rather approved at the discretion of a three-member panel known as the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles.
Under Texas parole laws, the Parole Board is not obligated to interview inmates eligible for parole, and due to their overwhelming caseload, it is not uncommon for good candidates for parole to be overlooked. According to statistics compiled by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, only two percent of offenders are actually interviewed by a member of the parole board.
Parole Laws & navigating the Texas parole review process
So what does it take to win parole under Texas parole law and get a head start on a new life in the community? The bottom line is that inmates must demonstrate they are behaving like model citizens and state all the reasons why they are worthy of early release.
To represent prisoners before the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, an attorney must have proper credentials for practicing Texas parole law and demonstrate compliance with parole board rules and requirements. Parole attorneys, such as Texas parole attorney Kevin Stouwie, perform many legal services including the following:
- Presenting a thoughtful plan as to how the offender plans to reintegrate into society and be an asset to the community
- Preparing a strong information packet profiling the inmate which is submitted for review by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles
- Gathering materials that demonstrate worthiness for parole, such as offers from trade schools or college admissions, employment offer letters, and letters of support from family, friends, coworkers, clergy and others
- Advocating on behalf of offenders in person or by telephone to key parole board decision makers at their discretion
Contact us for information about Texas parole laws
In most cases, inmates may receive only four to six months advance notification that their parole eligibility date is approaching. Texas parole law firm Kevin Stouwie even advises his clients to start preparing for the review up to one year prior to their eligibility date. A considerable amount of work and effort needs to be made to produce a coherent, compelling case for early release.
So if you or a loved one is looking for law firms knowledgeable about Texas parole laws, please do not delay in calling attorney Kevin Stouwie at the Law Office of Kevin Stouwie at 210.888.9548, or contact us online to arrange for a free consultation about your case.
