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Washington Clemency Board votes to recommend commutation in earlier petition after member changes stance
Summary
The Washington State Clemency and Pardons Board voted 3–1 to recommend commutation for the petitioner identified in the record as "Mister Kumslath" after a board member said she would change her vote, citing remorse and rehabilitation.
The Washington State Clemency and Pardons Board voted 3–1 to recommend commutation to the governor in a matter carried over from December 2025, after Board Member Rhonda Salveson said she would change her earlier position and support relief.
Chair Raymond Delas Reyes said the motion on the floor was to deny the petitioner’s request for commutation; Salveson announced during deliberations that, "He has…
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