Imam Khamenei

Imam Khamenei agreed to pardon or reduce the sentence of eligible convicts

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution agreed to pardon or reduce the sentence of eligible convicts on March 17th, 2020.

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution expressed his consent in reply to the letter from the Head of the Judiciary. This was on the occasion of the Eids in the month of Rajab, the traditional celebration of the New Year, and in particular for the Eid al-Maba’th of the Holy Prophet of Islam (pbuh). It was also due to the necessity of reducing the number of prisoners. This was for convicts who met the conditions for pardon or a reduction of their sentence, their convictions were certain by March 18, 2020 and detailed requests had been submitted for approval.