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Short sentence parole: commission reports continued low misconduct and lower recidivism among participants
Summary
Research staff presented an updated evaluation of Pennsylvania's Short Sentence Parole (SSP) program showing program participants have far fewer misconducts and lower reconviction rates than the general DOC population, generated substantial bed‑day savings and concentrated participation from less populous counties.
Commission research staff presented updated findings from the evaluation of the Department of Corrections' Short Sentence Parole (SSP) program, reporting continued evidence of lower misconducts and lower reconviction rates for SSP participants compared with the general DOC population.
Staff summarized how SSP works: it identifies inmates with short sentences (median 12–36 months), no violent or certain disqualifying offenses, and relatively low risk; DOC prepares a reduced parole package earlier in custody and the board conducts review so eligible individuals can be released at…
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