Credit for Time

Credit for Time is a system used in the criminal justice process to account for the time an individual has already spent in custody before their sentencing or release. It ensures that this time is credited toward their total sentence, potentially reducing the length of their confinement. Essentially, if someone has been detained awaiting trial or sentencing, they may receive credit for that period, thereby shortening their overall time in prison or jail once sentenced. This helps accurately reflect their actual time served and prevents double punishment.