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    Find out more about Parole in NSW, how the State Parole Authority is legislated and makes decisions, how serious offenders are managed, and how parole is supervised.
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    An Intensive Correction Order (ICO) is an alternative to a full-time prison sentence. It is a court sentence of not more than two years which is served in the community under the strict supervision of Community Corrections officers.
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    Victims of crime, or their family, have the right to be heard before the SPA makes a final parole decision for the offender. A victim’s submission is always considered and can remain confidential.
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      • William Matheson Parole Decision
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  • Why victims can attend parole review hearings
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Why parole review hearings are held in public

A short video explaining the rights of victims at parole review hearings

Last updated:

19 Jul 2022

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