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How Prison Industry Work Can Reduce Your Sentence Through Time Credits

How Prison Industry Work Can Reduce Your Sentence Through Time Credits
Dwayne Rushing 28 February 2026 0 Comments

Under the First Step Act, federal inmates can earn up to 15 days off their sentence per month by participating in work programs and rehabilitation activities. Learn how prison industry jobs like UNICOR qualify, who's eligible, and how to maximize your credits.

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