Explainer: The Massachusetts “Bone Marrow and Organ Donation Program”
A new bill in Massachusetts is making headlines because it would allow prisoners to trade bone marrow or an organ for an early release.
Category: I Am Getting Released from Prison
I Am Getting Released from Prison
The United States works really hard to put people in prison. But it doesn’t do a lot to make sure you’re ready when you get out. Thankfully, there are resources available to help you get ready when it’s time to go home. How to Justice teams up with experts and justice-impacted people to get you the information you need. We also help get you access to organizations that you need after your release.
How Many FSA Time Credits Can You Earn?
Unfortunately, there still isn't a clear answer as to how many FSA Time Credits you can earn. But it should be at least 12 months' worth.
Can You Be Partially Eligible For FSA Time Credits?
Under federal law, you cannot be partially eligible for FSA Time Credits. If you're ineligible for one sentence, you're ineligible for all.
Can You Earn FSA Time Credits On Home Confinement?
A recent federal court decision holds that the BOP is not required to, but can, apply FSA Time Credits to those for work on home confinement.
Explainer: BOP Program Statement on FSA Time Credits
On Friday, the BOP issued a new Program Statement clearing up some confusion over FSA Time Credits in BOP facilities.
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.
Explainer: Will A Court Help With FSA Time Credits?
Whether a federal court will help with FSA time credits depends entirely on the judge your case ends up in front of.
Explainer: Can I Get A Passport With A Felony?
If you have a felony conviction, you may have trouble getting a passport. And, even with a passport, you still might have trouble traveling.
Explainer: The BOP FSA Time Credits Auto-Calculator
The BOP says that its FSA time credits auto-calculator is up and running. That's news to everyone who uses it.
Explainer: Can I Get A First Step Act Time Credits Lawyer?
A new federal court case out of Wisconsin demonstrates when you may get a court-appointed lawyer in a First Step Act time credits case.