An indeterminate sentence is a type of punishment handed down by a court that does not specify a fixed period of time for the offender's incarceration. Instead, it sets a range of time within which the offender will be confined, and the actual length of the sentence is determined by a parole board or other reviewing authority. This type of sentence is commonly used in cases where the seriousness of the offense or the potential for rehabilitation requires flexibility in determining the duration of the punishment.
