A pardon is an official act of forgiveness that releases an individual from the legal consequences of a conviction. Issued by a head of state, such as a governor or president, it restores civil rights like voting or gun ownership. The primary beneficiary is the offender, but society also benefits through reduced recidivism and second chances.
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