Clemency board recommends commutation in previously heard December 2025 matter

Mar 12, 2026

The Washington State Clemency and Pardons Board voted to recommend commutation in a matter originally heard in December 2025. Board members split over retribution and rehabilitation before a majority approved sending a recommendation to the governor.

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The Washington State Clemency and Pardons Board on March 12 recommended commutation for a petition the panel originally considered in December 2025, voting 3–1 to forward the recommendation to the governor.

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