The governor may appoint a pardon advisory board to consist of five members including the attorney general and two members of the parole board. The governor shall appoint two persons who are residents and citizens of this state to the remaining two positions. The governor shall appoint a chairperson from within the membership of the pardon advisory board. The governor may dissolve the pardon advisory board at any time. The members appointed by the governor are entitled to be paid compensation and expenses at the same rate paid to members of the legislative assembly. The board shall provide information and make recommendations to the governor concerning any matters before the governor under this chapter.

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Terms Used In North Dakota Code 12-55.1-02

  • Pardon: means the removal of punishment or custody imposed upon a person for the commission of an offense. See North Dakota Code 12-55.1-01
  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49