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The document outlines the process for obtaining a Certificate of Rehabilitation and applying for a pardon in Fresno County, California. It details the eligibility requirements, filing instructions, necessary forms, and the steps involved in serving notice to relevant parties. The document emphasizes that a Certificate of Rehabilitation is a court declaration of rehabilitation that serves as an application for a pardon, which is granted at the Governor's discretion. It also explains the implications of receiving a pardon and the restoration of rights.

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Begin by filling out your personal information, including your full name, date of birth, and CII number. Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial for processing.
List all felony convictions in the designated section. If you have more than three convictions, attach additional sheets following the same format.
Complete the residency history section by indicating your continuous residence in California from a specified date to the present.
In the applicant's declaration, affirm that you have lived an honest life and complied with laws during your rehabilitation period.
Once completed, file your petition with the County Clerk's office. Remember to make copies for necessary parties as outlined in the instructions.

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What are the chances of getting a pardon in California?

Pardons are very rarely granted. Applicants must demonstrate exemplary behavior following a conviction to be considered. Generally, you must be off probation or parole for at least 10 years with no further criminal activity to be considered.

What is the pardon law in California?

The California Constitution gives the Governor the right to pardon someone convicted of a crime in California. A pardon can restore some, but not all, rights lost due to a conviction. It does not erase or seal a record. California Constitution, Article 5, 8.

What crimes are eligible for pardon?

Pardons extend to all federal criminal offenses, except in cases of impeachment, and entail various forms of clemency, including commuting or postponing a sentence, remitting a fine or restitution, delaying the imposition of a punishment, and providing amnesty to an entire group or class of individuals.

How much does a pardon cost in California?

There is no fee for applying for a pardon. The Governor of California cannot grant a pardon for a conviction from another jurisdiction, such as another state or a federal proceeding. A person convicted in another state must apply for a pardon in that state.

How hard is it to get a pardon in California?

A pardon does not make your record disappear, but it is the best criminal record relief you can get in California to show you have been rehabilitated. Pardons are very rarely granted. Applicants must demonstrate exemplary behavior following a conviction to be considered.

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How long does a California pardon take?

The Governor is not required to consider an application and there is no set timeline for review. There is no application fee and a lawyer is not required to apply for a pardon. The Governor cannot grant pardons to applicants with more than one felony conviction without the approval of the California Supreme Court.