Code of Massachusetts Regulations
120 CMR - PAROLE BOARD
Title 120 CMR 900.00 - Executive Clemency: Generally
Section 900.03 - Hearing Process

Universal Citation: 120 MA Code of Regs 120.900

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

(1) The burden shall be on the petitioner to show, by clear and convincing evidence, that executive clemency relief is appropriate. See120 CMR 100.00: Definitions.

(2) The hearing process shall be a public proceeding as outlined in 120 CMR 301.06(2).

(3) At an executive session scheduled after the hearing, the Advisory Board of Pardons shall determine, by a majority vote, what recommendation to make to the Governor. Dissenting Advisory Board members may submit minority opinions for consideration by the Governor.

(4) The Advisory Board of Pardons shall submit its recommendation and supporting documents to the Governor expeditiously after forming a recommendation. The Advisory Board of Pardons shall not disclose its recommendation, either verbally or in writing, until after such recommendation is submitted to the Office of the Governor.

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