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Lawrence County Pardons Lawyer

If you have completed your sentence for a criminal offense in the state of Alabama, you may be eligible for a pardon. A pardon has the effect of vacating a criminal conviction from your record and restoring rights lost due to your conviction.

A Lawrence County pardons lawyer could assist you in understanding the pardon process in Alabama and work with you to navigate the road to a brighter future. Call a seasoned attorney today to see how legal counsel could help.

Board of Pardons and Parole

The power to pardon was granted to the Alabama legislature in 1939 by an amendment to the state’s constitution. In response, the legislature instituted the Board of Pardons and Parole, which is comprised of three members appointed by the governor for terms of six years. Board members can only be appointed with the advice and consent of the state Senate.

The Board may grant a full pardon, which restores all rights and privileges enjoyed prior to conviction, or it may grant a pardon with restrictions, such as limited access to firearms or required registration as a sex offender.

Alabama courts have noted that a pardon is not intended to eliminate the historical fact of a conviction. A pardon is a product of forgiveness rather than forgetfulness, as established in Johnson v. State, 421 So.2d 1306 (Ala. Crim. App. 1982).

Pardon Process in Lawrence County

The pardon process includes an application, an investigation (in many cases), a hearing, and a majority vote by the Board. Orders granting pardons are matters of public record and include the rationale provided by each member voting in favor of the pardon.

In the event of a denial, records are confidential; an applicant has no legal right to inspect a denied application. The process for a pardon takes approximately one year from application to decision. For assistance on applying for a pardon, contact an experienced pardon attorney in Lawrence County.

Eligibility

In order to be eligible for a pardon in the state of Alabama, an individual convicted of a crime must have completed their sentence or at least three years of permanent parole, unless a pardon is sought on the grounds of innocence.

Once the Board receives an application, a probation officer will be assigned to complete an investigation. This investigation will include the applicant’s living situation, job status, updated criminal record, references, and any other information deemed pertinent. A defense attorney could advocate on the individual’s behalf during the investigation. Once complete, a hearing will be set before the Board and interested parties will be notified. Following the hearing, the Board will deliberate and provide their decision to grant or deny the request.

How a Lawrence County Pardons Attorney Could Help

A Lawrence County pardons lawyer could assist in filing the proper documents with the Board of Pardons and Paroles, attend meetings, develop and prepare witnesses for the final hearing, and assist in presenting the best possible case for granting the pardon. They could stand by your side throughout the process to provide expert guidance and thoughtful representation. Call today to schedule an initial consultation and get to work on your case.


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