Greta was found guilty of murdering her husband. However, she was released from prison, and her criminal record was erased from records as the governor revoked Greta's conviction on the grounds that she was a victim of severe domestic violence. The given scenario best exemplifies a _____.

A. furlough
B. subpoena
C. writ
D. pardon


Answer: D

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