The family of a terminally-ill prison was stunned to learn that a parole request has been turned down. The controversy has prompted discussion over whether clemency should be shown towards prisoners with fading health.

Should the parole law be updated? Why are there objections to releasing prisoners temporarily or permanently before the completion of a sentence?

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