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Part IIEffect of custodial sentences

Chapter IDeterminate sentences

Early release

12Early release on Parole Board recommendation

(1)This section applies where a prisoner is serving a sentence of imprisonment for a term of three years or more.

(2)As soon as the prisoner has served five-sixths of his sentence, the Secretary of State shall, if recommended to do so by the Parole Board, release him.