This Juneteenth Week, Tuesday, June 18th 2024 join the CTPardonsDay Coalition, helping men and women in Connecticut break free from the chains of their past. A criminal record can hold you back for years, limiting opportunities for employment, housing, and education.
On CTPardonsDay, we're fighting for a brighter future.
Together, we can...
Empower individuals to move past their mistakes.
Strengthen families and communities.
Break the cycle of recidivism.
This Juneteenth Week, let's celebrate freedom for all.
Sign up today and be a part of the solution!
Here's what you can find on this page
Registration: Sign up for a free pardon clinic near you.
Volunteer Opportunities: Learn how you can use your skills to help others.
Become a Sponsor: Partner with us to make a real impact.
FAQs: Get answers to your questions about the pardon process.
Are You Ready To..
Register for a free pardon clinic?
Legal experts will be available to answer your questions and guide you through the pardon process.
Volunteer your time and skills?
Make a difference in the lives of others by helping them navigate the pardon process.
Become a sponsor?
Your support fuels our mission to create a more just and equitable Connecticut.
FAQs
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What is an Absolute Pardon?
An Absolute Pardon is Connecticut's process to erase your entire Connecticut criminal record. If granted, the absolute pardon means that you can answer "no" to the question, Have you ever been convicted of a crime in the State of Connecticut. It is a process to obtain a Second Chance, leaving your criminal past behind you.
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Am I eligible?
You are eligible to apply for an Absolute Pardon in Connecticut if you meet the following criteria:
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Have no pending cases in Connecticut or any other jurisdiction
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Have completed all aspects of your sentence including probation and parole
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It has been at least 3 years since the date of your most recent misdemeanor conviction
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It has been at least 5 years since the date of your most recent felony conviction
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Is there a Fee?
There is a fee of 75 dollars to enroll with the CT State system to request your verified criminal background report. Additionally, there may be a Fee to obtain your fingerprints from the police department. The CTPardonsDay Coalition will assist participants with these fees.
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