Sentence examples for determinate sentences from inspiring English sources

The form of sentences changed from indeterminate terms of imprisonment whose actual length would be determined by parole boards long after sentence was passed, to fixed or determinate sentences, with parole often abolished.

We need long, determinate sentences for serious criminals.

Far too many prisoners remain caught by long determinate sentences that do not allow for parole.

From 2000 to 2008 the average time served in prison increased by 14% for those released from determinate sentences.

But it also kept inmates of all races in prison longer — which makes determinate sentences unpopular with inmate advocates.

"Determinate sentences undermine the whole philosophy that incarceration should be a time for people to prepare themselves to integrate back into society," Mr. Beck said.

The Determinate Sentencing Act in Texas *3.

We have far too many prisoners serving life sentences when a long determinate sentence would suffice.

Moving to determinate sentencing requires adjusting sentences for most if not all crimes.

The IPP sentence is due to be replaced by a new "extended determinate sentence" later this year.

On a blackboard, Carrie Tuterow wrote down the options: death, life without parole and a determinate sentence.