Which of the following is not a criterion that drives the discretionary decision making of parole boards?

a. Previous felony convictions c. Psychology reports
b. History of violence d. Race of the victim


D
The criteria that drives the discretionary decision making of parole boards includes: seriousness of the prisoner's offense, history of violence, previous felony convictions, possession of a firearm, previous incarceration, prior parole adjustment, prison disciplinary record, psychological reports, and victim input.

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