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Commutations and pardons

The differences between commutations and pardons, and how they are granted by the President.

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Jan 19, 2026
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What is the legal difference between a commutation and a pardon in federal clemency law?

A commutation reduces or alters the punishment a court imposed without erasing the underlying conviction, while a pardon is an act of forgiveness that can restore certain rights and relieve legal cons...

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