What factors would you consider in making a decision about whether to release an inmate that no longer poses a threat to society because of old age or a terminal illness?

A compassionate release is when an elderly, terminally ill, or incapacitated inmate is released from incarceration early so they can receive end-of-life care to be near family and friends, while also relieving the corrections department of the burden of expensive medical care. What factors would you consider in making a decision about whether to release an inmate that no longer poses a threat to society because of old age or a terminal illness? In your reply posts: Critically examine the initial postings of your peers and provide substantive feedback to at least 2 postings. Do you agree with your peers? Why or why not? Address one additional factor to consider in the decision-making processl.