Prisons Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles releases March statistics Alabama's parole system maintains low grant rates and successes in Day Reporting Centers. Mary Claire WootenApril 16, 2025
Prisons Alabama Senate bill would restructure controversial Pardons and Paroles Board Although parole approval rates began increase slightly in 2024, incarcerated people who appear to be prime candidates continue to be denied. Alex JobinApril 16, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Second chances, stronger communities: ABPP’s commitment to strengthen Alabama With the right support, individuals leaving incarceration can thrive and make lasting contributions to their communities. Cam WardApril 10, 2025
News ABPP joins multiagency law enforcement operation to stop crime Several of the Safe Alabama bills will rely on the work of ABPP, including a measure calling for enhanced supervision. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
News ABPP joins with Ingram State, partners for Montgomery DRC participant resource fair This effort will assist in collective interests to reduce state recidivism and increase Alabama’s workforce participation. StaffFebruary 4, 2025
News Pardons and Paroles Director Cam Ward reflects on challenges and successes APR spoke with Ward to discuss his role as director, the challenges and successes facing the Bureau, and his future goals. Alex JobinNovember 28, 2024
News Pardons and Paroles Director Cam Ward highlights reentry success on Capitol Hill Ward participated in a panel and presented findings on the impact of the PREP Center. StaffNovember 25, 2024
Prisons Justice In Focus panel takes a closer look at Alabama’s parole system Some of the state’s leading legal and policy experts will gather to discuss the parole system's shortcomings and explore potential reforms. StaffOctober 9, 2024
State Pardons and Paroles Bureau commends 33 resilient Tuscaloosa DRC graduates A group of 33 resilient individuals graduated from the Tuscaloosa Day Reporting Center. StaffMay 30, 2024
Public safety CSG Justice Center appoints Cam Ward as new Advisory Board chair Ward is currently the director of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles. Bill BrittFebruary 6, 2024