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Washington D.C. Gains Control Over Local Clemency Powers

This legal act grants the District of Columbia more authority to decide on pardons, sentence commutations, and fine remissions for offenses committed within its jurisdiction. This means local authorities will have more say in matters concerning individuals convicted under D.C. law, potentially affecting their chances for early release or reduced financial penalties.
Key points
The District of Columbia gains the power to set its own rules for granting clemency, including pardons, reprieves, and sentence commutations, for local crimes.
The changes cover pardons, reprieves, sentence commutations, and the remission of fines or other financial penalties.
These new rules can apply to crimes committed before, on, or after the date this act becomes law.
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Print number: 118_HR_3753
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-05-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia Clemency Home Rule Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3753.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The District of Columbia gains the power to set its own rules for granting clemency, including pardons, reprieves, and sentence commutations, for local crimes.
  • The changes cover pardons, reprieves, sentence commutations, and the remission of fines or other financial penalties.
  • These new rules can apply to crimes committed before, on, or after the date this act becomes law.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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