Which of the Following Best Describes the Governor's Powers of Clemency

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the governor's powers of clemency?

• A) A governor may unilaterally grant a pardon.
• B) A governor is not bound to follow recommendations from the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
• C) The governor's clemency powers are stronger today than when the Texas Constitution was written.
• D) The governor must get approval from the Texas Senate for a pardon.
• E) The clemency power does not extend to death penalty cases.

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