Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles is to fulfill and exert its authority vested by the Texas Constitution to render impartial and informed release decisions and clemency recommendations to the Governor. In exercising its discretionary decision-making, the Board prioritizes public safety, safeguards victims’ rights, while facilitating the safe and successful reentry of incarcerated individuals to become productive law-abiding citizens.
Main Office: (512) 406-5452
Parole Status Line: (844) 512-0461
Latest Board News
Chair's Letter to Attorneys Representing Offenders
Governor Abbott Appoints Gunnels, Moberley to Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles
Submission of Parole Information and Attorney Representation
New Policy Regarding Interviews, Effective 9/1/25
Governor Abbott Appoints 8 to Texas Crime Victims’ Institute Advisory Council
Public Awareness Campaign Human Trafficking/Domestic Violence
Human Trafficking/Domestic Violence
BPP introduces victim’s role in parole review process video - Victim Liaison Program Video (English | Spanish subtitles)
Read the members' biographies and office assignments
Updated 08/20/2026