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PAROLE ASSISTANCE

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Legal expertise is not required to apply for parole; however, the procedure is complex and can be difficult to navigate alone. PATH offers legal services to those seeking parole and will advocate against challenges to obtaining parole including systemic racism. Our legal services are also available for those challenging a decision to deny or revoke parole. 

How do I challenge the Parole Board’s decision to deny or revoke my parole?

When parole is denied or revoked, you must wait at least one year before re-applying. However, you also have two months to challenge the decision to deny or revoke your parole. Challenges go to the Parole Board of Canada’s Internal Appeals Division. The Appeals Division will either agree with the decision to deny or revoke parole. If they agree the case may go to court for a judicial review. If the Appeals Division disagrees that parole should be denied/revoked, they will have the Parole Board of Canada render a new decision.   

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The Process

BE ASSIGNED A PAROLE OFFICER

People who are close to a parole eligibility date are set up with a Parole Officer while incarcerated to begin developing their release plan.

DEVELOP RELEASE PLAN

PAROLE BOARD’S DECISION

LIVING ON PAROLE


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Possible Remedies
  1. Reversing parole denial or revocation  

  2. Release on parole 

  3. Changing existing parole release conditions to make them more fair and manageable 

How PATH can help
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  1. PATH can offer legal counsel for a parole hearing, or legal assistance in drafting written submission (including a release plan and letters of support) for a hearing.  

    1. Including drafting a strong release plan including connections with housing and other social services 

  2. PATH can offer consultations or summary advice for those who are seeking parole. 

  3. PATH can draft written submissions for a parole appeal.  

LOOKING FOR OUR HELP?

Fill out our Intake Form, or reach out to our Office Manager by phone at 902 - 704 - 3628 or by email at m.macdonald@pathlegal.ca.

We will reach out to you in a timely manner.

Justice for All, Fair Fees for Everyone: Empowering Communities with Equitable Legal Services.

We will work closely with you to develop a customized payment structure that accommodates your circumstances, ensuring access to quality legal services without compromising your financial well-being.

Practicing  lawyers

Emma Halpern

Legal Director

Hanna Garson

Staff Lawyer

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85 Queen Street, Dartmouth, NS  B2Y 1G7

Email: info@pathlegal.ca

Main Office: (902) 706-4607

Intakes: 1 (888) 237-9003

Fax: (902) 600-9793

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DISCLAIMER

Outcomes vary according to the facts of each individual case. You should not rely on information about any particular service or practice area in the place of legal advice. For more information about a particular service or for legal advice, contact a lawyer. 

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