California Gov. Gavin Newsom granted 10 pardons Friday, including for several people convicted of drug crimes more than 20 years ago and someone facing the possibility of deportation.
"Pardons do not forgive or minimize the harm caused by crime. Instead, these pardons recognize the pardon grantees’ self-development and rehabilitation since then," the governor’s office said in news release.—U.S Army veteran John Berger, who was convicted of transporting a controlled substance in 1994. He now works to support others with their sobriety.
—Kathy Uetz, who was convicted of drug-related crimes in 1997 and has since volunteered more than 5,000 hours with a community emergency response team. — Santiago Lopez, who was convicted of drug crimes in 2001 at 19 years old. He is now a facility manager of his church, as well as a peer counselor and, with his wife, the founder of a non-profit for youth leaders.—Lucas Beltran Dominguez, 60, who faces deportation and family separation because of his conviction for transporting or selling marijuana and possession of marijuana for sale. The father of seven is an active member of his church.
—Jimmy Picton, who has convictions from the 1970s for trespassing and possession of a controlled substance for sale. —Julie Ruehle, who was sentenced to prison at 19 years old in 1999 for possession of a controlled substance and taking a vehicle without consent.By clicking Sign Up, I confirm
Deutschland Neuesten Nachrichten, Deutschland Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Gov. Gavin Newsom pardons 10 convicted of drug offenses, other crimesGov. Newsom added 10 holiday acts of clemency to his total of 140 pardons, 123 commutations and 35 reprieves while in office.
Weiterlesen »
Newsom grants 10 pardons, including for drug crimesCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom has granted 10 pardons, including for several people convicted of drug crimes more than 20 years ago and a man facing the possibility of deportation
Weiterlesen »
Column: If Karen Bass succeeds as L.A. mayor, she could have a shot at making historic firsts as California governorBass has promised to house 17,000 people who are now living on the street during her first year in office. If she can deliver, she could be elected to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Weiterlesen »
Arizona agrees to remove border wall of shipping containersArizona's governor will take down a barrier of double-stacked shipping containers along parts of the U.S.-Mexico border after reaching an agreement with the federal government.
Weiterlesen »
Gov. Ivey announces grants to help sexual assault victimsThe Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs will give out the grants from funds made available by the Department of Justice.
Weiterlesen »