Independence is a condition of a nation, country, or state in which its residents and population, or some portion thereof, exercise self-government, and usually sovereignty, over the territory. The opposite of independence is the status of a dependent territory.
Depending on the state. If it's a four year federal sentence you will have to do 85% ,or they takeoff 54 days a year for good behavior. Most states abdopted the NERA Act for federal funding (No Early Release Act). Meaning if you're incarcerated for a violent crime you will be required to do 85% of your sentence.
1 Six-Month Sabbatical: In addition to Whole Foods Market's 30-day sabbatical, which Team Members can take for any reason, Team Members can take a Sabbatical Leave for up to 24 weeks, depending on how long they have been with the company.