Sentence examples for A commutation from inspiring English sources

A commutation lessens the severity of the punishment.

A commutation leaves the conviction and ends the punishment.

A commutation is the shortening of a sentence, while a presidential pardon absolves a person of a crime as if they were never convicted.

(A commutation allows a convict to leave prison at a designated date; a pardon can also involve an end to a prison sentence but bestows a broader restoration of rights, like the right to vote or own a firearm).

Clemency, in the form of a commutation of sentence, is extremely difficult to obtain.

They still can't request a commutation of their sentences, or own a firearm.

"Accordingly, a commutation of his sentence is not appropriate at this time".

The letter said a commutation "would give clearer witness to the value and dignity of every person's life".

Barring a radical departure, his only other hope for a life sentence is a commutation from President Bush.

The ladies were instead given an audience with the ever-emotional Mary Lincoln; deeply moved, Mary tried to discuss a commutation with her husband.

Ronnie Lee Gardner has taken responsibility for the crimes, including two murders, committed about 25 years ago, his lawyer, Andrew Parnes, told the panel at a commutation hearing.