Sixteen states, the District of Columbia, and the federal government do not have parole, but instead use the granting of:

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The granting of good time credits is the most common alternative to parole in states that do not have a formal parole system. Good time credits allow eligible inmates to earn credit towards an early release from prison for good behavior and participation in rehabilitation programs. This allows for a measure of rehabilitation and rewards inmates who show a commitment to reforming their behavior.

Sixteen States, the District of Columbia, and the Federal Government