Sec. 12.12.08.07. Granting of Parole

A. Before starting a parole program, the inmate shall sign an agreement that affirms the inmate's understanding of the regulations governing parole, as set forth in this regulation.

B. The regulations outlined in COMAR 12.12.07.06F(1)--(10) shall also apply to parolees.

C. The parolee shall make a reasonable effort to remain gainfully employed or otherwise occupied, as directed by the Board of Review.

D. The parolee may not change his or her place of residence or employment without first having obtained the permission of the Board of Review.

E. The inmate may not be released on parole until the order of parole is presented and acknowledged by the inmate's signature. An inmate shall be released on parole as soon as practical after a favorable decision, unless:

(1) The Board of Review has specified a deferred release date;

(2) The investigation of the community resources of the inmate to be paroled indicates that:

(a) The parolee is likely to be unemployed upon release, or

(b) The parolee is without a satisfactory home plan; or

(3) The parole plan has not been approved by the Board of Review as specified in Regulation .08 of this chapter.

F. The order of parole shall bear the signature or facsimile of the signature of a member of the Board of Review and the official seal of the Board of Review. Another member of the Board of Review shall attest the signature.

G. The Board of Review may, for the safety and welfare of the inmate on parole and for the safety of the public, impose reasonable special conditions to be complied with before release on parole.