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Pardon Plea After 25 Years | Rapid City News
A 57-year-old South Dakota man convicted of a sex offense 25 years ago is seeking a pardon, citing decades of good behavior, job loss in logging, and forgiveness from his victim. His case ignited debate among the Board of Pardons over whether pardons should be granted for inconvenience or rehabilitation — especially amid limited record-clearing options in the state. While some board members resisted due to the offense’s nature and recent scrutiny from a high-profile drug arrest involving a former parolee, others emphasized the financial and social toll of felony records. The board ultimately…
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