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Alabama Parole Hearing Attorney
Your Loved One Deserves a Second Chance—Let’s Fight for It. Together.
When someone you love is behind bars, few days are more important than their Alabama parole hearing. That hearing is their shot at freedom—a chance to go home, rebuild, and prove they’ve changed. But in Alabama, the parole process is far from automatic. You need an attorney who understands how the system works, how the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles thinks, and what it takes to earn a “yes.”
At Kreps Law Firm, we represent inmates and their families in parole hearings across Alabama. We don’t just show up—we prepare. We build a case. We humanize the client. And we fight to get your loved one home.
What Is Parole in Alabama?
Parole is a conditional early release from prison, granted by the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. It allows an inmate to serve the remainder of their sentence under supervision in the community—but only if the Board believes they are ready.
Parole is not guaranteed, even if someone has served most of their sentence. The Board has broad discretion to grant or deny parole, and they often rely on:
- The nature of the original offense
- The inmate’s behavior in prison
- Participation in rehabilitation or education programs
- Statements from victims and law enforcement
- Letters of support from family, employers, or others
- A strong, structured reentry plan
This is why experienced legal representation is crucial.
Who Is Eligible for Parole in Alabama?
Parole eligibility in Alabama depends on the type of sentence, crime, and time served. While parole eligibility dates are calculated by the Department of Corrections, the final decision rests solely with the Board.
Generally, an inmate becomes eligible for parole after serving:
- One-third of their sentence (for most non-violent offenses)
- 75% of their sentence for certain violent offenses (unless sentenced under older laws)
- Life without parole sentences are not eligible at all
However, eligibility does not mean approval. Many eligible inmates are denied parole because they weren’t properly prepared for the hearing or didn’t have effective advocacy.
Understanding the Alabama Parole Hearing Process
Here’s what to expect in a typical Alabama parole hearing:
1. Parole Hearing Notice
The inmate and their family will receive a notice from the Board, typically 30–60 days before the scheduled hearing date. Victims and prosecutors are also notified.
2. Written Submission and Support
We help you gather and submit critical documents before the hearing, including:
- Letters of support
- Reentry plans (housing, employment, treatment)
- Educational or rehabilitation records
- Any mitigating evidence relevant to the original conviction
3. The Hearing
The Board consists of three members. At the hearing, they will:
- Review the inmate’s file
- Hear from family, legal counsel, and supporters
- Consider opposition from prosecutors or victims
- Make a decision—usually the same day
Note: Inmates do not always attend in person. That’s why the written record and spoken presentation carry so much weight. We make sure your loved one’s voice is heard, even if they’re not in the room.
4. The Decision
The Board may grant parole, deny it outright, or set a new review date (often 5 years later). If denied, appeals are limited and based on procedural grounds, not just disagreement with the decision.
How Kreps Law Firm Can Help
Parole hearings are high-stakes. At Kreps Law Firm, we:
- Build the strongest possible case for release
- Gather powerful support documents to humanize your loved one
- Communicate with the Board’s staff to ensure everything is on track
- Prepare and represent the family at the hearing
- Craft a clear reentry plan that shows responsibility and readiness
- Argue effectively before the Board, with knowledge of their preferences and expectations
We’re not just here to say “please.” We’re here to say “here’s why this person deserves to come home—and here’s how they’re going to succeed.”
Call Kreps Law Firm Today
If your loved one has a parole hearing coming up, don’t leave it to chance. The Board needs to see the full picture—not just a prison file. Let us help you tell the story that brings them home.
Call us now to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward freedom.