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Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
Articles I and IV of the State Constitution authorize the governor to grant executive clemency to convicted criminals (Executive
Law, Sections 15-19). Among the types of clemency offered is restoration of citizenship rights, by which the governor restores
civil rights lost as a result of a conviction (such as right to vote, right to hold public office). These volumes were maintained
to track the status of applications to the governor for restoration of citizenship rights.
Title:
Restoration of citizenship rights application ledgers
Quantity:
3 cubic feet
6 volumes
Inclusive Dates:
1857-1902
Series Number:
A0628
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