Pardon Attorney
Executive orders directing the Pardon Attorney · 2 in Search.
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Granting Pardon for Certain Violations of Article 125 Under the Uniform Code of Military Justice
This proclamation grants a full, complete, and unconditional pardon to military personnel convicted of unaggravated consensual private conduct offenses under former Article 125 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (sodomy) between 1951 and 2013, along with related conspiracy, attempt, and solicitation charges. It establishes a process for affected veterans to apply for certificates of pardon through their respective Military Departments or DHS, with review by the Attorney General, and encourages discharge upgrades. The Administration also commits to expeditiously consider pardons for other LGBTQI+ individuals convicted due to their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Granting Pardon for the Offense of Simple Possession of Marijuana, Attempted Simple Possession of Marijuana, or Use of Marijuana
This proclamation grants a full, complete, and unconditional pardon to all current U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents convicted of or who committed federal simple possession of marijuana, attempted simple possession, or use of marijuana on or before December 22, 2023. It expands the October 2022 pardon (Proclamation 10467) by adding attempted possession, use of marijuana, and violations of Code of Federal Regulations provisions on federal properties. The Attorney General, through the Pardon Attorney, is directed to review applications and issue certificates of pardon to eligible applicants.