evidence: Here you will find information related to the Governor's Pardon Advisory Board. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board reviews eligible pardon applications and makes recommendations to Gov. Evers on who to grant a pardon to. [...] No, parole and pardons are different. The Pardon Advisory Board reviews eligible pardon applications and makes recommendations to the Governor on who to grant a pardon to. Only the governor can grant a pardon for a Wisconsin conviction. The Wisconsin Parole Commission is an independent commission that reviews requests for parole or early release from prison for sentences handed down for crimes committed before Dec. 31, 1999. The Governor does not have the power to parole people. [...] Questions or requests for an update in application status may be emailed to GOVPardons@wisconsin.gov. If you do not have access to email, you can call (608) 266-1212. Milwaukee area applicants are encouraged to call (414) 227-4344. However, details regarding when exactly your application may be reviewed, what the "chances" are for your application, or other related inquiries will not be answered by staff.