Purpose of parole
C.R.S. § 17-22.5-102.5
in effect17-22.5-102.5. Purpose of parole. (1) The purposes of this article with respect to parole are:
(a) To further all purposes of sentencing and improve public safety by reducing the incidence of crime and technical parole violations committed by people on parole;
(b) To prepare, select, and assist people who, after serving a statutorily defined period of incarceration, will be transitioned and returned to the community;
(c) To set individualized conditions of parole and to provide supervision services and support to assist people on parole in addressing identified risks and needs; and
(d) To achieve a successful discharge from parole supervision for people on parole through compliance with the terms and conditions of release that address their risks and needs.
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