James Uthmeier
2026 Board of Executive Clemency candidate guide
About the candidate
Party: Republican Party
Clemency and restoration of rights
On firearm rights after felony convictions, Uthmeier said in a March 31, 2026 video statement: “That’s why we’ve submitted legal briefs defending the Second Amendment against certain past state prosecutions of non-dangerous felons.” Source: Anthony Talcott, WKMG / ClickOrlando, March 31, 2026 statement. https://www.clickorlando.com/news/politics/2026/04/01/florida-ag-says-non-dangerous-felons-must-be-allowed-to-o wn-guns/
Court debt and voting eligibility
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Reentry and economic opportunity
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Second chances and public safety
Discussing Missy’s Law and release between conviction and sentencing, Uthmeier said: “When somebody has been found guilty, they’ve been convicted, and they’re a violent offender, they should never be allowed back into society,” Source: Cody Butler, WCTV / Gray Florida Capital Bureau, January 2, 2026 (publication). https://www.wctv.tv/2026/01/02/florida-cabinet-outlines-legislative-priorities-2026-session/