(a) The Board will consider a written application for reprieve from a misdemeanor jail sentence and/or fine upon the majority written recommendation of trial officials.
(b) The Board will also consider a written application for reprieve from a misdemeanor jail sentence and/or fine, only for medical reasons or reasons of financial hardship (loss of home or business, or the lack of support for family) or other compelling hardships, only upon receipt in writing of the following information:
  (1) a request for reprieve clearly stating the medical reason for the application:
    (A) a certified copy of the judgment and sentence for each cause for which the applicant is presently confined;
    (B) a statement from the attending physician indicating the condition of the applicant and medical treatment recommended; and
    (C) a clear statement of financial responsibility for hospitalization or other treatment.
  (2) a request for reprieve clearly stating the nature of the hardship for the request;
    (A) a certified copy of the judgment and sentence for each cause for which the applicant is presently confined; and
    (B) a statement from the prospective employer stating the nature of the employment offer and whether or not the employment offered will be permanent if duties are performed satisfactorily.

Source Note: The provisions of this §143.35 adopted to be effective January 1, 1976; amended to be effective September 13, 2012, 37 TexReg 7189; amended to be effective February 5, 2015, 40 TexReg 441; amended to be effective May 9, 2018, 43 TexReg 2796