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Data shows a dramatic reduction in pardons and paroles, and a racial divide among who is denied.
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All posts tagged "Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles"
Elections
Starnes currently serves as president of the Prattville City Council and works as a probation and parole district manager.
Prisons
Darryl Littleton, former State Trooper traffic homicide investigator, plans to use those skills in hearings.
Prisons
The board does not have to disclose why they deny pardons, and there's no way to appeal.
Prisons
The commission's goal is to aid reentry by improving services to the formerly incarcerated.
Public safety
Bureau Director Cam Ward is pushing to expand assistance for those on pardons and paroles.
Legislature
There is bipartisan support for Senate Bill 118, which is now being considered in the House.
Legislature
Rep. Jim Hill's bill makes retroactive a 2015 law that mandates early release and supervision for some.
Governor
The special general election is set for Tuesday, July 13, 2021.
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