Columbus Clemency Attorney

Helping Individuals in Ohio With Their Clemency Requests

In Ohio, individuals who have been convicted of misdemeanor crimes or felony crimes can request clemency from the governor. The governor can provide individuals relief from their convictions based on the mercy power granted to the governor. While every governor in the United States has this power, they each execute it differently. You want to ensure you have the skill and knowledge of an experienced attorney on your side to help you meet the filing requirements.

At The Law Office of Eric J. Allen, Ltd., our Columbus clemency lawyer represents individuals throughout Ohio with their requests. He has the experience and specific knowledge of the clemency application process that you need to properly meet all requirements. Contact us to schedule your free initial consultation.

We highly recommend that you do not request clemency without the help of a legal professional. There are requirements and processes that must be followed. Any misstep could cause your request to be denied.

Determining Which Level of Clemency Is Right for You

Clemency has a number of different levels for which you can apply. Attorney Eric J. Allen will help you properly file your request for any of the following:

• Pardon: This means that the state will forgive you for your criminal conviction. It is like you were never convicted in the first place.
• Conditional pardon: Conditional pardons end with the same result as regular pardons; however, applicants must meet certain conditions before the pardons become effective.
• Commutation: A commutation lessens the penalties associated with your criminal conviction. Most often, this means that a death penalty would be commuted to a specific time period in prison.
• Conditional commutation: The governor will grant you a commutation, but only after you receive psychological help and are cleared by the psychologist.

Regardless of the clemency level we request, it is important to understand that this process takes time. From filing the initial application through the parole board investigation to the time the parole board makes its non-binding recommendation to the governor, you could be looking at a process that lasts six months to one year.

Schedule Your Free Initial Consultation To Learn More

If you would like to clear your Ohio criminal record, contact our Newark clemency request attorney by calling 866-487-6044 or 614-678-5102. We offer free initial consultations to all new clients. To better serve you, we are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We also accept most major credit cards