 An accused person serving a sentence of less than two years is eligible for remission against the sentence at a maximum rate of 1 day for every 2 days served, provided the accused is of good behaviour and obeys the rules of the institution.Remission credits abate the actual sentence and effectively most accused serve two-thirds of the sentence imposed (e.g.an accused sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment will be deemed to have completed the full term after serving 8 months).