CT's new commutation policy raises the bar for second chances
People applying for commutations in CT must now show 'exceptional and compelling circumstances' that merit reducing their time behind bars.
Source: ctmirror.org
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People applying for commutations in CT must now show 'exceptional and compelling circumstances' that merit reducing their time behind bars.
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