Department of Justice Announces New Halfway House and Home Confinement Policies
June 02, 2025On May 28, 2025 The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons announces new priorities for Halfway House and Home Confinement Placement. Below is a a summary of the new rules and policy:
"Home confinement is a priority for individuals who are eligible and do not require the structured support of an RRC. RRC placement will be reserved for those with the greatest need.
• Use of Conditional Placement Dates: Unit Teams must use FSA and SCA Conditional Placement Dates—based on projected Earned Time Credits (FTCs) expected to earn—to guide prerelease planning and ensure accurate and timely referrals.
• Clarification of Statutory Authority: Staff must distinguish between FSA and SCA eligibility criteria, applying time credits appropriately and understanding the limits of each statute, particularly when determining duration of prerelease custody. There is no restriction concerning how many FTCs may be applied toward home confinement.
• Individualized Referral Process: Decisions will be based on each person’s needs, support systems and readiness for reintegration."
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