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Clemency board unanimously recommends full pardon for Jessica Richter, citing abuse history and rehabilitation
Summary
Following testimony from petitioner Jessica Richter, Walla Walla County prosecutor Michelle Mulhern and victim Kyle Darby, the board voted 5–0 on March 12, 2026, to recommend a full, unconditional pardon for Richter, noting extraordinary circumstances including family abuse history and strong evidence of rehabilitation.
The Washington State Clemency and Pardons Board unanimously recommended on March 12, 2026, that Governor consider a full, unconditional pardon for Jessica Richter, concluding that extraordinary circumstances exist given Richter’s history of childhood abuse, subsequent rehabilitation, and the victim’s support.
Richter told the board she has completed treatment and technical training, maintained employment, paid court fines, and sought a pardon mainly so she could rejoin and support family…
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