#clemency

#clemency

I firmly believe that the death penalty is just punishment for society's most heinous offenders, as shown by the 25 executions I have presided over as governor. In order to ensure the continued viability of the death penalty, however, I also believe that a government's most consequential action must be administered fairly and proportionately.

Among those released on Friday were prominent rivals of former President Joko Widodo, including Hasto Kristiyanto, who was jailed during his term for bribery.

"This is not a bad thing," Baralt said. "Most people prepare for parole for like a year ... the more time that they can have to prepare, the better."

"While in prison, Mr. Bin was never disciplined for misconduct. He engaged in extensive self-help programming, maintained an excellent work history, and received numerous commendations..."

"Mr. Braun, shirtless, entered the room, pulled her onto her bed and put her into a headlock, she said. Then he pushed her hand over his bare genitals as he groped her breasts."