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CT SB00477

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2011

Primary Sponsor

Martin Looney

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Origin

Senate

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Part III of Chapter 961 of the general statutes regarding pardon procedures
  • Provisional pardons automatically convert to absolute pardons 3 years after issuance if the underlying crime was a misdemeanor
  • Provisional pardons automatically convert to absolute pardons 5 years after issuance if the underlying crime was a felony
  • Automatic conversion is contingent on the pardon recipient not being convicted of any crime during the applicable time period
  • Stated purpose is to facilitate rehabilitation and help former offenders become productive members of society

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Pardons.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary

1/21/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/21/2011

Full Bill Text

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