How long will the entire pardon process take?
On average, the investigation on each application requires about 90 days. For in-state applicants, the entire process averages seven to nine months from when the application is received until a pardon hearing date is set. It can be much longer for applicants who live out-of-state. Cases are scheduled in the order in which investigations are completed. If the applicant has been laid off or faces possible job termination pending the results of a pardon hearing, he or she must indicate that on the application under “Reason for Requesting Pardon” and attach statements describing the circumstances.
