SECTION 515:20-1-1. Purpose  


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  • (a)   Purpose. This Chapter establishes rules and procedures used by the Pardon and Parole Board to implement the provisions of Article 6 Section 10 of the Oklahoma Constitution, Title 57 O.S. Section 332.2, and Title 57 O.S. §332.19.
    (b)   Scope. The rules in this Chapter include, but are not limited to procedures for making application for a pardon and the procedures for the Pardon and Parole Board's review and hearing process for pardons. This Chapter is not intended to limit or expand the authority of the Pardon and Parole Board. The Pardon and Parole Board may address any matter under its authority and change any procedure for good cause.
    (c)   Severability. The repeal or invalidity of any particular rule of this Chapter shall not affect other rules.
[Source: Added at 35 Ok Reg 1911, eff 9-14-18]