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What is the difference between absolute and conditional pardon?
Absolute pardon has no conditions attached to it, while conditional pardon has conditions attached to it.
How does amnesty differ from pardon?
Pardon looks backward and abolishes the crime itself, while amnesty looks forward and forgives the punishment.
What is the main difference between amnesty and pardon in terms of who it applies to?
Pardon applies to individuals, while amnesty applies to classes of persons or community.
Study Notes
Pardon vs. Amnesty
- Absolute Pardon: A complete forgiveness of a crime, erasing theconviction from the individual's record, and removing all penalties and disabilities associated with the conviction.
- Conditional Pardon: A pardon granted with certain conditions, such as good behavior, that must be met to avoid revocation of the pardon.
Amnesty vs. Pardon
- Pardon: A act of forgiveness granted to an individual, usually by a government or head of state, for a specific crime or set of crimes.
- Amnesty: A blanket forgiveness granted to a group of people, usually for a specific type of crime or set of crimes, and is often granted to a large number of people at once.
Key Difference: Who it Applies to
- Pardon: Applies to a single individual, granting them forgiveness for a specific crime or set of crimes.
- Amnesty: Applies to a group of people, often a large number, and is typically granted to those who have committed a specific type of crime or set of crimes.
Test your knowledge on the different types of pardons and their distinctions in this quiz. From absolute to conditional pardons, can you identify the conditions attached to each? And do you know how amnesty differs from pardon, in terms of who it applies to and when it is exercised? Sharpen your understanding of legal terms and concepts with this informative quiz.
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