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Prison Release Changes from 1 October 2026: What It Means

The earliest automatic release point for many standard determinate sentences moves earlier — and it applies to people already in prison. Here is what is confirmed, and what is not.

14 September 2026 7 min read

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Appeals

Appeal Time Limits: The 28-Day Rule Explained

The clock starts the day you are convicted or sentenced — not the day you decide to appeal. What the 28 days covers, and what the court expects from a late application.

14 September 2026 8 min

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