How are inmates determined eligible for work/education release?
In general, inmates who meet the following criteria may make application for work or educational release: 1) be within 18 months of his/her tentative release date or set for a parole hearing; 2) have demonstrated a level of responsible performance which provides reasonable assurance that he/she will comply with the policies, rules and regulations of the program, including consideration of his/her institutional adjustment and disciplinary record; and 3) have a medical examination within the past six months. Inmates who wish to be considered for placement on educational release must meet the following conditions in addition to those listed above: 1) have an approved education plan, including funding and acceptance; and 2) have served a sufficient amount of his/her sentence so as to not require a return to the institution following completion of the approved educational program.
