Reviewed on: April 21,2026
Sentence Reduction

Is it possible, with good behavior, the out date can change?

My inmate's release date is in 2021. The set date has been posted. Is there any possibility, due to good behavior/etc, that the date can be changed?

Normally the release date includes the "good time credits", therefore we would not be optimistic that there would be additional reductions unless the inmate
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✓ Verified answer September 30,2015 · Sentence Reduction
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Normally the release date includes the "good time credits", therefore we would not be optimistic that there would be additional reductions unless the inmate becomes a cooperating witness in another case that results in a conviction. At that point the government would likely offer a sentence reduction depending on the value of the information and the level of cooperation.

Accepted Answer Date Created: September 30,2015
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