# S.D. Admin. R. 17:60:05:12: ARSD 17:60:05:12. Grounds for recommending executive clemency

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SD_ARSD_T17_A60_C05_S12

## Section

- **Citation:** S.D. Admin. R. 17:60:05:12
- **Heading:** ARSD 17:60:05:12. Grounds for recommending executive clemency
- **Jurisdiction:** South Dakota
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Administrative Rules of South Dakota / Title 17 / Article 17:60 BOARD OF PARDONS AND PAROLES / Chapter 17:60:05 Executive clemency / ARSD 17:60:05:12

## Text

The factors to be considered by the board in all hearings on applications for executive clemency may include the following:
(1) Substantial evidence indicates that the sentence is excessive or constitutes a miscarriage of justice;
(2) The applicant's innocence of the crime for which the applicant was convicted under South Dakota law has been proven by clear and convincing evidence;
(3) The applicant has shown remarkable rehabilitation;
(4) Substantial evidence indicates that the board should be in a position at the earliest possible time to deal with the applicant as a parolee under supervision;
(5) Review of the applicant's personal and family history; the applicant's attitude, character, capabilities, and habits; the nature and circumstances of the offense or offenses; and the effect the applicant's clemency will have on the victims of the crime and the community indicates that applicant has carried the stigma of the crime for a long enough period to justify its removal;
(6) The applicant wishes to pursue a professional career from which society can benefit, but a conviction prevents it; and
(7) The applicant's age and medical status is such that it is in the best interest of society that the applicant receive clemency.

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