Early release of a prisoner based on a paroling authority's assessment of eligibility is called _____.

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Discretionary release involves the decision-making authority of a parole board or similar entity to determine if a prisoner is eligible and ready for release before serving their full sentence. Mandatory release, on the other hand, is determined solely by the law and requires the prisoner to be released after serving a specific portion of their sentence. Presentence release refers to the release of a defendant before the trial begins, and pre-parole release is not a commonly used term.

Early Release of a Prisoner Based on a Paroling Authority's