Sentencing Relief

This section includes links to the following content:

Getting Relief from a Sentence

Explains other types of relief available besides probation, parole or conditional release. 

Types of Clemency

Information about commutations, pardons and reprieves available from the governor.

Expungements

Information about expunging court records.

Common forms of relief from a prison sentence include probation – granted by a court – or parole – granted by the division of probation and parole. You can learn about these types of relief from the Probation & Parole section of this website.

Use the links in this Sentencing Relief section to learn about other types of relief available, including forms of clemency granted by the governor (i.e. commutations, pardons and reprieve) as well as expungements granted by the courts.