For or against parole?
A prisoner has served two thirds of their sentence with good behaviour.
- Parole: it's the incentive to reintegrate
- Case by case, with strict supervision
- They must serve their full sentence
What's at stake: The debate pits two expectations: a supervised release that cuts reoffending, or a full sentence served out of respect for victims.
The left's argument
A supervised release reduces reoffending compared with walking out at the end of a sentence.
The centre's argument
Release decided case by case, with strict supervision and clear conditions to respect.
The right's argument
A sentence handed down must be served. Early releases let victims down.
And you, where do you stand?
Answer 30 situations like this one and find out where you stand, topic by topic.