Reviewed on: December 10,2019
Release Questions

Why does it take so long for the offender to get his correct release date ?

Normally it gets done within the first three months.
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✓ Verified answer November 27,2019 · Release Questions
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Normally it gets done within the first three months. The calculations are done by the administration of people outside the prison staff. Some inmates have credits to be determined that would affect their actual release date.

Accepted Answer Date Created: November 27,2019
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed December 2019.