Is the recommendation of the Parole Board binding?
The governor relies on the recommendation of the Parole Board. If the Board recommends the governor deny the application he/she will probably follow that recommendation. If the board recommends the governor grant the application, he/she may still deny it. The applicant should not petition the governor for consideration unless the application has already been reviewed by the board and the file sent to the governor’s office. There is no appeal process for clemency. If the application is denied in writing, that decision is final.
