In a stunning display of bureaucratic industriousness, the Minnesota Board of Pardons is set to review over 40 applications for clemency tomorrow. The range of sentences involved, from death to a mere 30 days, is staggering, leaving many to question the thoroughness of the pardon process. Under the current system, although one member may intervene, the board’s decision is often swift and unyielding, sparking whispers of hasty consideration.
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Key Facts
- State: Minnesota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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