Clemency board recommends commutation for 'Mr. Comes Last' after members change votes

Mar 12, 2026

The Washington State Clemency and Pardons Board voted 3–1 to recommend commutation for the petitioner identified in the record as "Mr. Comes Last," after Board Member Rhonda Salveson changed her previous position and cited rehabilitation and remorse.

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The Washington State Clemency and Pardons Board voted 3–1 on March 12, 2026, to recommend commutation for the petition identified in the hearing record as "Mr. Comes Last." Chair Raymond Delis Reyes called the roll after a late change in position by Board Member Rhonda Salveson.

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