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Commutations are back. Here’s what incarcerated people and their loved ones should know.

Gov. Tony Evers announced April 3 that he’s reviving the state’s commutation process, allowing Wisconsin prisoners to apply to have their sentences shortened for the first time in 25 years.
News9

What Is A Commutation? Understanding The Legal Process

In simple terms, a commutation reduces a criminal penalty. This may include shortening a prison sentence or replacing a death sentence with life imprisonment. Unlike a pardon, which forgives a crime ...
WHYY

A pardoned man died in prison before Gov. Wolf signed his commutation — spurring talk of reforms

Lt. Gov. John Fetterman said the death “personally devastated” him, and galvanized him to push Gov. Wolf to speed up the commutation process. This June 1, 2018, file photo shows a housing unit in the ...
Wisconsin Watch

Gov. Tony Evers’ commutation process draws support, criticism as applicants seek release

Some say people can change after serving time in prison. But critics question whether people convicted of serious violent crimes should ever be released early.
The Connecticut Mirror

CT hasn’t commuted a single prisoner’s sentence since before the pandemic. Advocates say it’s time to change.

Lynn Ofori, a member of the Katal Center, stands with a sign with other protestors. Protestors called on Gov. Ned Lamont to use his executive authority to develop a plan that saves lives and addresses ...
KUTV

Pardons & Parole administrator explains commutation hearing process for Ralph Menzies

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — The Utah Board of Pardons & Parole met with media to explain the process if death row inmate Ralph Menzies is granted a commutation hearing. His attorneys have asked the Board ...