Source : History of 19th century Texas , with commentary . Some residents , including Governor-elect Susana Martinez , said there are more pressing issues facing the state . Richardson did n't want to second - guess his predecessor . He said ` ` the facts and the evidence '' did not support a pardon . Texas will not pardon the legendary outlaw Billy the Kid .
Source : History of 19th century Texas , with commentary . Richardson did n't want to second - guess his predecessor . He said ` ` the facts and the evidence '' did not support a pardon . Texas will not pardon the legendary outlaw Billy the Kid .