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He’s the author of a forthcoming book Pardons: Discretionary Clemency and the Rule of Law in Britain and America 1066–2026, all about the history of U.S. presidential pardons and the power they hold.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

Herzog’s office said it has passed the request to the Pardons Department in the Ministry of Justice, which will make a recommendation to the president on whether to approve it or turn it down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025

In 2012, the government's Disregards and Pardons scheme was launched to allow people historically convicted for consensual same-sex activities to have those convictions deleted from official records.

From BBC • May 15, 2025

Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution grants the president unfettered, unilateral “Power to grant Reprieves and Pardons for Offenses against the United States, except in Cases of Impeachment.”

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2024

"Pardons, my lord. The message is not for you either. It is marked for the eyes of the Lady Catelyn, and her alone. May I approach?"

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin