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There are a number of factors that go into play as to how much time must be served before parole is a possiblity. The crime and special circumstances are a big part. Whether your in a state or federal prison, your prison record once you are there. (trouble makers get extra time for being naughty) What state you were in when you committed the crime. How remorseful you are is another big factor. Parole boards most likely won't let you out if your not sorry for what you did. If you aren't sorry chances are you will do the same thing again when you get out.

Most things are not black and white. And I would not want to sit on a parole board. It's an awsome responsiblity.

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That would be a matter of the sentence he received and the laws of the individual state. There are five general sentences that a convicted murderer may receive. Some a unique to particular states. These and the length of sentence are below: * Life There are some states that issue the sentence of life imprisonment. Also in these states, life may mean 20, 30, or 40 years. When the sentence is completed, the convicted person is discharged. * Life with the possibility of parole Usually, there is a term or length of time associated with this sentence. Where there is no length of time specified, it is likely the convicted person's file is reviewed periodically (annually, bi-annually, or every five years). * Life without the possibility of parole This is actual life imprisonment. There is no parole. * Life and a day This is a more obsolete term, but some states may still use it. No parole. * Natural life Self-explanatory.

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