Mission Statement

Historical Perspective

The Review Process

Parole Process: 
Myths and Truths

Victim Services

Commissioners' 
Biographical Data

Administrative Functions

Governor's Clemency Office

North Carolina 
Post-Release Supervision and
Parole Commission

The Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission is an independent agency that is responsible for releasing offenders who meet eligibility requirements established in North Carolina General Statutes. 

In 1994, the N.C. General Assembly enacted Structured Sentencing, which eliminates parole. However, the Commission establishes conditions of post-release supervision for class B1-E felons who are convicted under the Structured Sentencing Act. 

The Commission does not hold formal hearings and does not meet personally with offenders when reviewing cases for possible parole. Each case is reviewed on an individual basis since each has its own characteristics. 

The three members of the Commission are appointed by the Governor, who also selects one commissioner to serve as chairman. The majority of the Commission - two members - must agree to deny or approve parole for all eligible offenders. 

   North Carolina
Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission
4222 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC  27699-4222
 (919) 716-3010
Fax: (919) 716-3987

E-mail: parole@doc.state.nc.us