Second Chances Resource Library

Nevada provides compassionate release to eligible incarcerated individuals through two programs: (1) Residential Confinement for those who are ill or physically incapacitated and (2) Geriatric Parole for those who are age 65 or older. Some state agency materials also refer to Residential Confinement for individuals who are incapacitated or in ill health as the “Compassionate Release” or “298” program. This memo summarizes the regulations and requirements of these programs, including the categories of release, eligibility criteria, the decision-making process, post-decision topics, and reporting.