Presidents may also grant pardons and reprieves. The number of pardons and reprieves granted has varied from administration to administration. He also has the power to issue pardons and reprieves. The Sultan appoints judges, and can grant pardons and commute sentences. The sultan appoints judges, and can grant pardons and commute sentences. The governor pardons Johnny as Vermin is arrested. Timerman condemned Menem for giving the pardons. These were the first posthumous pardons in Montana history. He also pardons Ben Lockwood of his crimes to improve his poll ratings. Bevin issued many controversial pardons during his tenure. They rejected the value of papal pardons. Because of Velma's dirty tactics, the governor pardons and releases her and Amber. He also writes 100 presidential pardons for its members, with Attorney General Pat Martin's assistance. Kith-Kanan, on his deathbed, pardons Ulvian and confirms Silveran his successor. The president also has the power to grant pardons.