The Earned Time Act approved by New York State Corrections Committee is a significant reform aimed at expanding the 'good time' credits available to prisoners. Currently, inmates serving time for violent offenses can gain 15% off their sentences, but the new law proposes an increase to up to 50% for those who avoid disciplinary issues and complete programs. Additionally, those who achieve educational milestones can earn an extra 25%. While some view this as leniency for violent offenders, many inmates are prepared for rehabilitation and reentry into society after serving long sentences.
Under the new law, we will be able to earn up to 50 percent of good time, along with an additional 25 percent of 'merit time' for those who obtain a college degree or complete other volunteer programs.
Even prisoners hoping to immediately adjust to institutional expectations inevitably face different conflicts, whether it's contending with the internal struggle of addiction or navigating unpleasant interactions.
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