Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 22 - CORRECTIONS, CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Part IX - Sentencing Commission
Subpart 1 - Felony Sentencing Guidelines
Chapter 3 - General Sentencing Policy
Section IX-311 - Parole, Good Time, Commutation of Sentence, Pardon

A. The sentence, derived from the seriousness of the offense committed, the criminal history index of the offender, and any aggravating or mitigating circumstances, should reflect the maximum length of time an offender should remain in actual custody or under supervision, and the manner in which a sentence should be served.

B. Eligibility for good time and parole should not affect the determination of the sentence to be imposed by the sentencing court.

C. Parole eligibility is determined by law. An offender is eligible for parole consideration only after having served the statutorily required portion of his designated sentence.

D. The decision to grant or deny parole should be based primarily on the offender's record of behavior while in custody following conviction, such as the person's conduct while incarcerated, including participation in educational or job training programs.

E. The guidelines are not intended to affect the granting of pardons or commuting of sentences by the governor upon recommendations of the Board of Pardons.