SECTION 515:3-1-2. Definitions


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  •   The following words and terms when used in this Chapter shall have the following meaning unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
    "Commutation" means the change of a punishment to one that is less severe; as from execution to life imprisonment.
    "Jacket Review" means the review of the investigative report for the offender, as well as other material sent to the members of the Board, and is applied to those offenders that do not meet personal appearance criteria as determined by the Policy and Procedures Manual.
    "Parole" means the conditional release of an offender who has served part of the term for which they were sentenced to prison, provided that such may be revoked if the offender fails to observe and abide by the conditions.
[Source: Added at 21 Ok Reg 1114, eff 5-13-04]