What changes did Proposition 57 make to credit earning?

Prop. 57 increases opportunities for currently incarcerated people to earn credit for good conduct and completing educational and rehabilitative activities. These credits will advance your release date and/or initial parole hearing dates, depending on if you have a set-length or indeterminate sentence. CDCR now recognizes the following categories of credits:

Good Conduct Credits are awarded if you comply with prison rules and regulations and perform duties assigned by your institution.

Extraordinary Conduct Credits are awarded at the discretion of the Director of the Division of Adult Institutions if you perform a heroic act in a life-threatening situation or provide exceptional assistance in maintaining the safety and security of the prison.

Milestone Completion Credits are awarded if you complete specific rehabilitative and educational programs.

Rehabilitative Achievement Credits are awarded if you participate in institution-approved activities which promote educational, behavioral, or rehabilitative development.

Educational Merit Credits are awarded for your educational achievements while in CDCR custody, including a high school diploma or equivalent, a collegiate degree at the associate, bachelor, or post-graduate level, or a professional certificate as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

All people who are currently incarcerated will qualify for credits except those sentenced to death or life without the possibility of parole.  However, please note that the rate of receiving Good Conduct Credits varies based on your conviction offense.