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New Jersey Gov. Murphy pardons 33 and commutes 3 women's sentences in first use of clemency

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  New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday pardoned 33 people and commuted the sentences of three women, one of whom was supported by Kim Kardashian, in the first use of his clemency authority during his administration.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has utilized his clemency powers for the first time by issuing pardons to 33 individuals and commuting the sentences of three women. This action was taken to address what Murphy described as "unjust convictions" and to rectify systemic issues within the criminal justice system. The pardons were granted to people convicted of various offenses, including minor drug-related charges, with the aim of removing barriers to employment, housing, and education. Among those whose sentences were commuted, one notable case involved a woman who was sentenced to life without parole for a drug-related crime committed in 1993, highlighting the governor's intent to mitigate the harshness of past sentencing practices. This move reflects Murphy's commitment to criminal justice reform, focusing on second chances and the disproportionate impact of certain laws on marginalized communities.

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