Risk Reduction Earned Credit NEW 2-1-2016
Risk Reduction Earned Credit
Effective February 1, 2016
The Department of Correction Modifies the Risk Reduction Earned Credit Program
The Risk Reduction Earned Credit program was established by the Connecticut State Legislature in 2011, as an incentive to promote good behavior and program participation among offenders. Prior to February 1, 2016, all those who qualified (regardless of their security risk level) received a reduction of five days off their sentence per month.
Wanting to refine the program and further incentivize the offender population, Department of Correction Commissioner Scott Semple has authorized changes to the manner in which Risk Reduction Earned Credits are awarded.
The updated policy creates an incentive for offenders to progress to the lowest security risk level, where the potential for earning credit is greatest. Offenders assigned to the highest risk level will earn the least amount of credits.
Security risk levels range from five to one, with level five representing the highest level of risk. Under the revised program, the earning structure is as follows:
| Overall Risk Level | Credits Earned Per Month |
|---|---|
| Level 1 (and Community Supervision) | 5 Days |
| Level 2 and 3 | 4 Days |
| Level 4 | 3 Days |
"The revised structure will motivate offenders with higher security risk levels to engage in programming and positive behavior in order to reduce their risk levels, and receive more earned credits,” said Commissioner Semple.
How It Works
Connecticut General Statute Section 18-98e states that the earning of RREC will be based on an offender’s adherence to their offender accountability plan, participation in eligible programs and activities, and good conduct and obedience to institutional rules.
Additional Information
- Notice to Offender Population: RREC Effective February 1, 2016
- Notice to Offender Population (Spanish): RREC Effective February 1, 2016
- Administrative Directive 4.2A - Attachment A: RREC Earning Grid
- Notice to Offender Population: New Disciplinary Effective February 1, 2016
- Administrative Directive 4.2A (Full Content)
- Monthly RREC Report
See information on Risk Reduction Earned Credit prior to February 1, 2016.