My name is ____________ and I am writing to respectfully request that you grant clemency to ____________. They were convicted of ____________ more than ____________ years ago and are currently serving a sentence of ____________ years.
As their ____________, I have had the opportunity to watch ____________ grow and mature so much over the years. They are truly not the same person today, and they fully realize and regret the hurt and harm their decisions caused to others.
While in prison, ____________ has received treatment for mental health issues that contributed to their crimes. They have also been able to further their education in the area of ____________, and if released will be highly employable despite the conviction.
I am confident that if given a chance, ____________ will not waste it. They will use their experience to benefit others.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this petition.
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