District of Columbia Code Division IV. Criminal Law and Procedure and Prisoners. § 24-481.05. Eligibility for a clemency recommendation.

(1) Before applying, wait 5 years after the date of the release of the applicant from confinement or, in case no prison sentence was imposed, wait 5 years after the date of the conviction of the applicant;

(2) Not have been convicted of any other criminal offense that is relevant to the conviction for which the applicant seeks clemency, as determined by the Board;

(3) Not be subject to any pending criminal charge that is relevant to the conviction for which the applicant seeks clemency, as determined by the Board;

(4) Not be a party to a past or pending civil case that is relevant to the conviction for which the applicant seeks clemency, as determined by the Board;

(5) Except for cases of actual innocence, demonstrate that the applicant has been rehabilitated; and

(6) Describe how the receipt of a pardon would help the applicant achieve the applicant’s goals and contribute to the community.

(1) Except for cases of actual innocence, demonstrate that the applicant has been rehabilitated; and

(2) Describe how commutation would help the applicant achieve the applicant’s goals and contribute to the community.