MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – The day after announcing that he would not be seeking a third term, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers granted over 200 pardons, taking his total pardons to over 1,600.
On Friday, July 25, Gov. Evers announced that he granted 204 pardons for a total of 1,640 during his time in office.
“I am proud to have given a second chance to over 1,600 individuals over the last six years,” said Gov. Evers. “These folks have worked to build lives for themselves beyond their past offenses. After decades of hard work for many of them to make amends and give back, I am glad they will have the chance at a fresh start.”
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The governor has the power to pardon people convicted of a crime under the Wisconsin Constitution. A pardon is described as an “official act of forgiveness that restores rights lost when someone is convicted of a felony, including the right to serve on a jury, hold public office, and hold certain professional licenses.”
A pardon does not expunge court records.
Those convicted of a felony in Wisconsin can apply for a pardon if they completed their sentence at least five years ago and have no pending criminal charges, under Executive Order #30.
Information on pardon applications, instructions, and answers to frequently asked questions about the process can be found here.
The list of pardon recipients is available here.
