Establishes application processing and review requirements for reprieves, commutations and pardons by the governor.

The bill, known as the "Clemency Justice Act," establishes application processing and review requirements for reprieves, commutations, and pardons by the governor. It mandates the governor to provide applicants with a written notification upon receipt of their application, a receipt number to check the status, guidelines for updating the application, and a notification when a decision is made. The bill also requires the governor to prioritize applications indicating an urgent need within ninety days and process all other applications within one year.

Establishes application processing and review requirements for reprieves, commutations and pardons by the governor.

The bill, known as the "Clemency Justice Act," establishes application processing and review requirements for reprieves, commutations, and pardons by the governor. It mandates the governor to provide applicants with a written notification upon receipt of their application, a receipt number to check the status, guidelines for updating the application, and a notification when a decision is made. The bill also requires the governor to prioritize applications indicating an urgent need within ninety days and process all other applications within one year.