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Applicable Form of Executive Clemency: Commutation
of Sentence
Eligibility: All inmates are eligible to apply.
Application Process: There is no formal application
that is specific to commutation of sentence. Applicants
should return a completed Application for Pardon
along with a letter that 1) indicates that the application
should be considered for commutation of sentence, and
2) fully states the extenuating circumstances supporting
the basis for the commutation request. Applications
are available by contacting:
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Office of the Governor
700 Capitol Avenue, Suite 100
Frankfort, KY 40601
Tel: (502) 564-2611
Fax: (502) 564-2517
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for sample clemency forms. An official clemency application must be requested directly from the Office of the Governor.
Letters of recommendation in support of the request
for commutation must also accompany the application.
Letters may be submitted from all sources, including
but not limited to the following: neighbors, employers,
co-workers, pastors, church members, elected officials,
judges, prosecutors, and family members.
Submitting a completed application will result only
in a consideration for a commutation of sentence. There
is no assurance that one will be granted.
The Governor's Deputy Counsel reviews all applications
and forwards them to the Governor for final decision.
Every effort has been made to make this information
accurate and up-to-date. Errors are inevitable and changes
occur frequently. We would appreciate learning of any
errors or inaccuracies regarding any information on
this Webpage as soon as possible. Please write to info@cjpf.org
Last Updated: 01.24.07
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