Kentucky SB10 proposes to amend the state constitution to limit the Governor's power to grant pardons and commute sentences.
Kentucky SB10 proposes to amend Sections 77 and 240 of the Constitution of Kentucky to restrict the Governor's ability to grant pardons and commute sentences. Specifically, the Governor would be prohibited from granting pardons or commuting sentences during a period starting 60 days before the gubernatorial election and ending five days after the election. The amendment would be submitted to voters for ratification or rejection at the next regular election.
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