This paper will discuss the controversial topic of parole. The pros and cons will be debated by discussing both sides of the argument, for and against the provision of parole for accused law offenders. The concept of parole will be defined; the benefits and disadvantages of parole will be highlighted by looking at parole in the American Justice System and the instances of parole in Queensland. Also, the paper will consider whether parole is under or over utilised in Queensland.
Parole, in criminal law terms, is a "the supervised conditional release of a prisoner before the expiration of his or her sentence." (Legal Terms Website, 2004) The word parole is also broadly used to signify a release of an inmate on specific conditions. …
