You have been appointed to the Parole Board by the governor (good luck!). Your state's prison system is seriously overcrowded and does not use parole guidelines. Please answer the following questions:

1. What do you consider to be the three most important criteria in making a parole release decision?

2. How will you factor in the victim's concerns?

3. How important are institutional factors, such as participation in programs, good behavior, and staff recommendations, in your decision?

4. How will you ensure fairness?

5. Given what we know about who is successful on parole, what kind of policies will you recommend to the governor concerning parole reform?

Remember, you must be clear and concise. Do not exceed one page.