HOME CONFINEMENT: A Priority for Eligible Individuals Who Do Not Require Structured Support.
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BOP Director Marshall III is directing the use of home confinement for eligible individuals under the First Step and Second Chance Acts. 5/28/2025.
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The new directive outlines the following expectations for staff:
- Home confinement is a priority for eligible individuals who do not require the structured support of a Residential Reentry Center (RRC). Placement in an RRC will be reserved for those who have the greatest need.
- Unit Teams must utilize FSA and SCA Conditional Placement Dates to guide prerelease planning, based on projected Earned Time Credits (ETCs) expected to be earned. This ensures accurate and timely referrals.
- Clarification of Statutory Authority: Staff must differentiate between the eligibility criteria for the FSA (First Step Act) and the SCA (Second Chance Act). It is essential to apply time credits accurately and to comprehend the limitations of each statute, particularly when determining the duration of pre-release custody. There is no limit on the number of FTCs (Time Credits) that can be applied toward home confinement.
- Individualized Referral Process: Decisions will be based on each person’s needs, support systems, and readiness for reintegration.
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How do you demonstrate that you qualify for Home Confinement?
It’s all in your Release Plan – that Plan that we began before your Presentence Interview. Remember, it’s never too late to start this process.
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