!!!Freiheitsstrafe

Imprisonment, can only be imposed by a court of law or an 
administrative authority and is the most serious penalty possible in 
Austria, a life term of imprisonment can only be imposed by a court 
sitting with a jury (Geschworenengericht). A prison term imposed by a 
court of law can also be imposed as a conditional sentence (suspended 
for a probationary period, usually of three years). In order to 
prevent imprisonment of minors, the Juvenile Court Law stipulates 
special provisions for those under 18 years of age. Upon favourable 
recommendation, premature release from jail on probation is possible 
after either half or two thirds of the prison term, for life sentences 
after 15 years.


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