Whenever correctional systems use parole with the intent to reduce correctional populations rather than facilitate reintegration of offenders, they are using it as a release valve mechanism for their prison population.

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Using parole as a means to reduce correctional populations rather than to facilitate the reintegration of offenders into society effectively turns it into a release valve mechanism for managing prison overcrowding and capacity issues.

Whenever Correctional Systems Use Parole with the Intent to Reduce