How Do You Apply For A Governors Pardon?
A lapse in judgment or an adolescent indiscretion can create a criminal for life. Outstanding achievements and stellar performances for good causes may lead to a governor’s pardon. Pardons wipe away crimes, reinstating persons civil rights, as if the crimes had never happened. States have similar procedures but check your state for differences. Obtain a copy of your criminal record from the state’s crime information center. The crime information center will have a record of all your arrests and any convictions. Check for inaccuracies. Check for other pending charges. You’re not a candidate for a pardon if you’re waiting for a hearing on a crime. Ask for a form at each agency that you were arrested, including sheriffs, police departments, state bureau of investigations, etc. The forms are free, but you may have a cost associated with filing. Present required identification. Complete all the forms and then make copies of completed forms. Mail the forms to the designated office indicated
