US NJ Juneteenth Clemency (CR)
New Jersey's Democratic governor announces new clemency program at Juneteenth event
By AP News
Published - Jun 19, 2024, 01:00 PM ET
Last Updated - Jun 19, 2024, 01:00 PM EDT
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced a mass clemency program that will help those who may have been convicted of a crime that is no longer illegal or victims of domestic violence. The news timed to coincide with Juneteenth means thousands could have their criminal records wiped clean.