: Reduces the severity of a sentence , such as changing a death sentence to life in prison or shortening the time remaining to be served.

: Temporarily postpones the execution of a sentence, often to allow for further legal appeals.

: Formally forgives the crime and restores certain civil rights like voting or gun ownership.

: Cancels or reduces financial penalties, such as fines or forfeitures. Other Contexts Clemency - Florida Commission on Offender Review