Parole process New York State Division of Parole

although allowed, system of parole not instituted @ elmira until 1882, when brockway established factors determined in assessing each inmate’s suitability release: offense, offense history, institutional behavior, work record, academic progress, attitude, future plans, , – importantly – perceived threat of recidivism. inmates required secure employment , place live before release on parole. after release, parolees required follow 4 rules designed make became “good workers” , “good citizens.” first, had remain employed 6 months. second, had submit monthly report, signed employer, showing income , expenses , providing “a general statement” of lives , “surroundings.” third, not quit or change jobs. fourth, required “conduct [themselves] honesty, sobriety, , decency; [avoid] evil or low associations; , . . . abstain intoxicating drinks.” parolees violated of these conditions had parole revoked.