Perhaps, but I'm of the opinion that if a sentence is unjust, or if the means to convict violated the defendant's rights, then the defendant should walk. While this may seem unreasonable, it's the only way to check the state which has unlimited resources when it decides to go after somebody.

I don't really have an opinion on this case because I'm not completely familiar with all the details. It's certainly going to be contentious.

Just to be clear, a pardon does not expunge or erase one's criminal record.

> life in prison was too harsh, but a full pardon is too lenient.

I think you should compare it as: life in prison was too harsh, but 10 years is too lenient.