Governor Bryan Grants Clemency to Nine Individuals, Commuting Sentences for Four Inmates and Issuing Five Pardons

Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has granted clemency to nine individuals, commuting the sentences of four inmates and pardoning five others, with the actions taking effect Monday, January 12, 2026, according to a release from Government House.

The commutations apply to inmates who, the governor said, demonstrated sustained rehabilitation during incarceration, including clean disciplinary records, completion of educational programs, and service to others while imprisoned.

Emanuel Greer, 55, received a commutation of his sentence to time served due to what the release described as exemplary institutional adjustment.

Lester Greenidge, 71, also had his sentence commuted to the years he has already served. According to the release, Greenidge maintained a clean record throughout his incarceration, completed numerous certificates of completion, and served as a mentor to fellow inmates.