Presidential Pardons

A presidential pardon is an official forgiveness granted by the President of the United States to someone who has been convicted of a federal crime. It effectively cancels the conviction, restoring the person's rights and relieving them of punishment. Pardons do not erase the fact of the conviction from the record but eliminate the legal consequences, such as imprisonment or fines. The President has broad authority to issue pardons, serving as a check on the judicial system, but these are typically granted based on factors like remorse, rehabilitation, or national interest.