LAC 22:V.209. Hearing Granted

A. After notice to an applicant that they are qualified for a hearing, the applicant must provide the Board of Pardons office with proof of advertisement within 90 days from the date of the notice. The advertisement must be published in the official journal of the parish where the offense occurred. This ad must state: “I (applicant's name), (DOC number), have applied for clemency for my conviction of (offense). Please send any comments to PardonBoard@la.gov or call (225) 342-5421.” B. At this stage of the process, along with the proof of advertisement published in the local journal, the applicant may submit additional information (e.g., letters of recommendation and copies of certificates of achievement and employment/residence agreement).