NCJ Number
78785
Date Published
Unknown
Length
22 pages
Annotation
This report reviews the history, responsibilities, and actions of the Arizona Board of Pardons and Paroles from July 1978 through June 1979.
Abstract
With implementation of the new criminal code on October 1978, the board expanded to five members. The board developed a case analyst project in which analysts would assume responsibility for the preparation of reports on cases scheduled for parole; they now also work in the area of pardons, reprieves, commutation, and revocation. Board responsibilities are reviewed in the areas of hearings, executive clemency, parole revocations, and absolute discharge. Guidelines for board decisions and notification of parole decisions are also given. Statistics are provided on board actions during the year. Other board activities, including the sponsoring of a criminal justice workshop, are noted. Projected plans of the board are mentioned, such as the intention to research the feasibility of becoming accredited by the American Correctional Association. Overall, 1,229 inmates were certified eligible for parole in 1978-79, a decrease from 1,481 recorded the previous year; 391 hearings on commutation were held; and 1 pardon was recommended to the Governor, a decrease from 9 requests made the previous year. Data tables and a list of parole board members are included.