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Reviewed on: February 12,2016
Sentencing Questions

What is the typical good time credit?

Is good time credit given to inmates in regional punishment facility in pine bluff Arkansas? If so how much would a year sentence give for good time credit?

NOrmally the good time credit is 15% of the sentence.
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✓ Verified answer February 12,2016 · Sentencing Questions
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NOrmally the good time credit is 15% of the sentence. They are given the credit upon commencement, the inmate can only lose this time, they cannot accrue more time.
Accepted Answer Date Created: February 12,2016
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