Legal & Sentencing
Last updated: 16 January 2026

Licence

The conditions under which a prisoner is released before the end of their sentence. Breach of licence conditions can result in recall to prison.

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Parole

The supervised release of a prisoner before the end of their sentence, subject to conditions. Breach of parole conditions can result in recall to prison.

Recall

The return to prison of an offender who has breached their licence conditions or whose behaviour suggests increased risk.

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