Posts by Brandon Sample
Clemency Project and Clemency Initiative
The Clemency Project formed in response to President Obama’s Clemency Initiative. The Clemency Project played a crucial role in providing assistance for thousands of clemency petitioners where were incarcerated in federal prisons. Clemency Project On April 23, 2014, the Obama administration announced a change. Instead of the stringent practices of former administrations regarding clemency, both…
Read MoreWhat is a Pardon ?
There is probably no better time than now to ask the question – What is a pardon? Since the time President Trump won the Electoral College to become President, rarely has there been a day when the news did not mention the investigation into the Trump campaign’s collusion with Russia to swing the election in…
Read MoreFamous Presidential Pardons – A Look Into History
Notable Famous Presidential Pardons In American History : The Famous Presidential pardons & also one of the most controversial pardon by Donald Trump of Sheriff Joe Arpaio in August 2017 came as a surprise to many people. Trump’s recent musings on whether he has the power to pardon himself in the face of an ongoing…
Read MoreHow to Apply for a presidential pardon
The Presidential Pardon : While our history is full of fascinating stories behind a Presidents to grant a presidential pardon application, history rarely delves into the mechanics of how to apply for a presidential pardon. Here is some information to shed light on that important issue. How to Apply for a Presidential Pardon – The…
Read MoreThe Presidential Pardon Process – An Introduction To Clemency
The presidential pardon process can be intimidating for anyone seeking clemency, a commutation, or a pardon. Fortunately, the bare-bones basics of the presidential pardon process and application are relatively simple. What is the Presidential Pardon Process ? Presidential Pardon Process Although the process of simply requesting a pardon may seem simple, there are a number…
Read MorePresidential Pardon Application Form- How To Get Your Life Back.
Presidential Pardon Application Overview The Presidential Federal Pardon Application process can seem confusing and difficult to understand. This simple guide works to address the mystery surrounding how to apply for a federal presidential pardon. So often when we think of presidential pardons, we recall controversial moments in national politics: President Trump’s pardon of racial profiler…
Read MorePardon From Governor – 4 Stories of State Pardons
The 45th President of the United States is steeped in scandal and controversy, with some of his closest allies pleading guilty to federal crimes or facing indictment. Understandably, our country has a renewed interest in the scope and power of the presidential pardon – particularly because the President is considering using it for himself. State…
Read MoreHow to apply for commutation of sentence ?- Explained
A person who is incarcerated and who has exhausted all of his or her appeals can look to one additional avenue for relief to shorten his or her time in prison – a commutation of sentence. In this article, we will answer all of the important questions surrounding sentence commutations, including how to apply for…
Read MoreClemency Definition – Understanding The Basics
Clemency Definition : So how do you Define Clemency – Except for a few notable instances, clemency primarily lies under the radar. It is often thought of a power reserved for the lame-duck period of a president’s term, but clemency has been and is invoked regularly, most recently by President Donald Trump. Beyond its few…
Read MoreThe Legacy of President Barack Obama’s Commutations
Barack Obama Commutation Legacy : President Barack Obama cemented a legacy when he became the President who granted the most commutations of sentences. This legacy was formed through a policy initiative to increase clemency petitions and to find petitioners who fit a certain mold. A useful part of the clemency power, granted to the President…
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