A prisoner's conditional release under supervision after a portion of a sentence has been served is called ____________.

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Parole is the conditional release of a prisoner before the end of their sentence, under the supervision of a parole officer. Probation is a similar program, but it is a sentence that is suspended, with the offender remaining in the community under supervision. A suspended sentence is a sentence that is imposed but not carried out immediately, with the defendant being released on probation instead. A deferred sentence involves the defendant entering into a plea agreement with the prosecution, and the court postponing sentencing until a later date to see if the defendant complies with the terms of the agreement. Therefore, none of the above choices fit the definition of a prisoner's conditional release under supervision after serving a portion of their sentence except for parole.

A Prisoner's Conditional Release Under Supervision After a Portion of a Sentence