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    Remission

    In the past it was possible for many prisoners to earn remission off their sentences for good behaviour. However since the advent of 'truth in sentencing legislation' there are no remissions for any reason [see Statutes Amendment (Truth in Sentencing) Act 1994 (SA)].

    Remission  :  Last Revised: Tue Nov 15th 2005
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