The president of the nation granted clemency to 11 people who had been convicted and who also served their respective sentences related to drug crimes considered non-violent. In addition, he also commuted the sentences of five other citizens.
Because they are seen as an example of improvement for society, the 81-year-old Democrat was benevolent towards the following citizens:
Pilar Alejandra Yelicie-Rodríguez (Fairfax, Virginia)
48-year-old woman who pleaded guilty to a non-violent drug offense.
Since her release, she has maintained a stable job, dedicating her time to her family as a volunteer at her church.
Stacy Lynn Wilder (Albany, New York)
49-year-old woman who accepted her non-violent drug-related crime.
Since her release, she has worked as a payroll examiner and in related roles in state government, earning promotions and positive feedback from her supervisors. Additionally, she provides help to homeless people, veterans and animals.
Ricky Donnell Tyler (Columbia, South Carolina)
54-year-old citizen convicted of non-violent drug crimes. He was 26 years old at the time of his sentencing.
Since his release, he obtained a class A driver’s license and thanks to this he was able to work as a truck driver. In 2015, Mr. Tyler started his own business.
Alexis Sutton (New Haven, Connecticut)
33-year-old woman found guilty of non-violent drug offense.
Since serving her sentence, she has taken classes in the hope of obtaining her nursing degree. Additionally, she is actively involved in her church.
Glenn Ray Royal (San Antonio, Texas)
49-year-old citizen who pleaded guilty to a non-violent drug crime committed at the age of 20.
Since his release, he has earned two bachelor’s degrees.
Currently, he works steadily in the field of information technology.
Katrina Polk (Washington, D.C.)
54-year-old woman who pleaded guilty to a non-violent drug offense at the age of 18.
Since his release, he expanded his studies to become a doctorate in public policy and administration.
Jesse Mosley (Ponchatoula, Louisiana)
42-year-old man who pleaded guilty to non-violent drug offenses at the age of 19.
Since his release, he created a company and manages rental properties, working as a real estate agent.
Bobby Darrell Lowery (Jackson, Mississippi)
50-year-old individual convicted of a non-violent drug crime at the age of 25.
Since his release he has maintained steady employment and volunteers at his church as well as various community organizations.
Jeffrey Alan Lewis (Douglasville, Georgia)
58-year-old man who pleaded guilty to a non-violent drug offense at the age of 40.
Since his release, he has been constantly employed, contributing to the community through charity work.
Beverly Holcy (Palatka, Florida)
59-year-old woman who pleaded guilty to a non-violent drug crime committed at the age of 27.
Since her release, she has worked as an employee, volunteers at her church, and collaborates in various community activities.
Jason Hernandez (McKinney, Texas)
47-year-old citizen who was convicted of several non-violent drug crimes for conduct that began when he was still a minor.
He runs a non-profit organization that transformed the store he used to sell drugs in front of into a market offering good-quality, affordable food.
It should be noted that President Biden also showed himself to be generous with another group of citizens who were serving sentences after being dragged by drugs.
Daequon Charles Davis (Johnson City, Tennessee)
In 2017, he was found guilty of conspiring to distribute or possess with intent to distribute 280 grams or more of cocaine.
His sentence was 262 months in prison; 10 years of supervised release.
Jophaney Hyppolite (Miami, Florida)
In 2013, she was found guilty of conspiring to manufacture and possess with intent to distribute more than 280 grams of cocaine base.
For this reason, he was sentenced to life imprisonment.
Xavier Martez Parnell (Clarksville, Tennessee)
In 2012, he was found guilty of conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute controlled substances, including 500 grams or more of cocaine, and 280 grams or more of cocaine base.
His sentence was 300 months in prison; 10 years of supervised release.
Leshay Nicole Rhoton (Bristol, Tennessee)
In 2013, he was found guilty of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute 280 grams or more of cocaine base and five kilograms or more of cocaine.
His sentence was 240 months in prison; 10 years of supervised release.
Margaret Ann Vandyke (Ellenville, New York)
In 2022, she was found guilty of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute a controlled substance (crack cocaine).
His sentence was 60 months in prison; three years of supervised release.
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