Although entitled Office of the Governor Pardon
Request Form, the form should be used when requesting
a commutation of sentence. Applicants should identify
the type of clemency for which they wish to be considered
in a cover letter. Completed applications should be
forwarded to the above address.
The Parole Board will examine the request to determine
if it meets the criteria for consideration set out in
these guidelines. If it does not, the Board will notify
the applicant and the Governor, and no further action
will be taken. If the application meets the criteria
of these guidelines, the Parole Board will call for
a field investigation by the Corrections Department.
A request for appropriate reports and case materials
will be directed to the Warden of the facility or institution
holding the applicant.
The Parole Board may also request the sentencing judge
and/or prosecuting attorney involved in the particular
case to provide pertinent input, including a recommendation
for or against a commutation of sentence.
The Parole Board will review the reports from the
Corrections Department and all other material available
to them, and submit a summary report with their recommendation
to the Governor's Pardons and Parole Committee.
The Governor's Pardons and Parole Committee, after
reviewing all reports, materials and recommendations,
will submit its recommendation to the Governor.
The Governor will decide whether to grant commutation
of sentence after reviewing all the reports, other materials
and recommendations provided. The decision of the Governor
is final.
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
