Getting OUT of prison early?

Question

if you are really good in prison...behavior wise can you get out a little early than you expect?

Answer 1

It depends on what it is that you expect for your release date.  If you behave very well but are expecting to serve 1 year of a 20 year sentence, then you are likely to be disappointed.  That being said, good behavior is a major benefit when facing parole boards and can shorten your sentence drastically.  Whether it will help or not also depends on the nature of the crime you are being charged with. Violent criminals are unlikely to be released early.