IN THE NEWS: New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy grants clemency to 148 people in final actions in office

February 10, 2026

Former New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy granted clemency to 148 individuals in the final round of pardons and commutations of his administration’s clemency initiative last month. This brings the total number issued during his tenure to 455, reflecting New Jersey’s commitment to second chances.

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