Outgoing Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe has taken the first step toward previously announced plans to pardon his son over a 2003 marijuana conviction.
Beebe on Friday formally announced his intent to pardon his son Kyle, who was convicted in 2003 of felony marijuana possession with intent to deliver. Beebe last month said he planned to grant the pardon.
The announcement begins a 30-day period for public comment before the pardon takes effect.
The state Parole Board recommended a pardon for Kyle Beebe in October. He was sentenced to three years' supervised probation, $1,150 in fines and court costs after his conviction.
The pardon announcement was among 12 the governor's office announced. The Democratic governor is leaving office in January due to term limits. He's being succeeded by Republican Asa Hutchinson.
