62Early release

62 Early release (1) The Commissioner may release a sentenced prisoner up to 7 days before the prisoner's release date if the Commissioner considers it (2) In determining whether it is appropriate, the Commissioner must have regard to the following: (a) the interests and wellbeing of the prisoner; (b) the protection of the prisoner; (c) the administration of justice; (d) the protection of the general community; (e) any other matter the Commissioner considers relevant. (3) This section does not apply in relation to a prisoner who is being released subject to a parole order. (4) If a prisoner is released early under this section, the prisoner's term of imprisonment is taken to have expired on the day on which the prisoner is released.