Phrases with «royal pardon»

"Royal pardon" refers to a decision made by a monarch or head of state to forgive or excuse someone who has been convicted of a crime. It is a special type of forgiveness that can overturn the punishment or the consequences of a criminal act. Full definition

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Sentences with «royal pardon»

Effectively written out of history due to his conviction for homosexuality in 1952 and suicide in 1954, he received a posthumous royal pardon last year and The Imitation Game should cement his rightful place in history. (independent.ie)
[158] The Queen's action is only the fourth royal pardon granted since the conclusion of the Second World War. (en.wikipedia.org)
Turing, regarded as one of the fathers of computing, was given a posthumous royal pardon in December for his conviction for homosexuality - or an act of «gross indecency» - in 1952, which led to his chemical castration and also saw his security clearance being withdrawn for his post-war work at GCHQ. (independent.ie)
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Phrases with «royal pardon»

Sentences with «royal pardon»

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