Category: I Am Getting Released from Prison
What Programs And Activities Qualify Under The First Step Act?
Incarcerated people can earn time off their sentence under the First Step Act, but what programs and activities qualify for time credits?
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How to Access Post-Release Support: Does the Court Arrange it or Does the Responsibility Fall on the Family?
There are many supports for people post-release. While your parole officer may help, the court is not always responsible. Individuals often have to find and apply for supports on their own.
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Is Your Loved One Earning First Step Act Time Credits Yet?
If you have a loved one in prison, you’ve likely heard about the First Step Act, but can your loved one earn time credits under the Act yet?
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Can You Get 54 Days Off Your Sentence Per Year For Good Time?
Under federal law, you can get 54 days off your sentence per year for good time. But does that mean you really get the full 54 days?
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Will People Released Under the CARES Act Have To Go Back?
Thousands of people were released from prison under the CARES Act, but will they have to go back to prison once the COVID-19 pandemic ends?
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Can You File For Unemployment Benefits After Time In Prison?
You can’t receive unemployment benefits while you are in prison, but you can receive them after your release if you qualify.
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I’ve Been in Your Shoes: “Have You Ever Been Convicted of a Felony?”
It is important to be truthful and hopeful when an employer asks about your criminal history. Here are some tips.
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How do You Remove Your Name from the Sex Offender Registry?
It is possible to remove your name from a state sex offender registry. Each state has its timeline and eligibility criteria. Here is how you can apply.
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How Does A Sex Offender Registry Work In Most States?
If you or your loved one has been convicted of a sex crime. You may need to get yourself registered under the sex offender registry. It is also known as Megan’s law in most states. This is for public information purposes. A registry is a database that consists of your basic information and whereabouts. It is mandatory to register under the registry once you are out of prison or move to another state.
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When Can You Appeal To The US Supreme Court?
It’s possible that you could appeal your criminal case to the US Supreme Court. But how do you do it? And is there a chance you can win?
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