Nearly 20Years Served. Proven Rehabilitation. 

Support a Presidential Commutation for Craig Petties.

Craig Petties has been incarcerated in the federal Bureau of Prisons since 2008, after pleading guilty to federal racketeering charges. He accepts responsibility for his past actions and is not seeking a pardon. This campaign supports a presidential commutation of sentence — a second chance grounded in accountability, transformation, and fairness.

Quick Facts

Over nearly 20 years served in federal prison
Nine life sentences, far exceeding many others connected to related cases
Documented rehabilitation: Active participant in two of the BOP's flagship rehabilitation programs --Threshold (faith-based) and Challenge, along with more than 100 educational courses
Family support: father of nine daughters and grandfather to five grandchildren
Ready for supervised release with a strong support network in place
This petition supports a lawful clemency process based on rehabilitation, proportionality and public safety.

During his incarceration, Craig Petties formally disengaged from gang involvement and committed himself to education, growth and positive change. Clemency would not erase responsibility — it would recognize that long sentences should allow room for demonstrated transformation and the possibility of rebuilding a life after years of accountability.

Throughout his incarceration, he has remained a consistent presence in his children’s lives through regular communication and mentorship.

What we’re asking

We urge President Trump to grant a commutation of sentence, allowing Craig to continue his progress under supervised release and return to his family and community.

If you believe in second chances grounded in responsibility and rehabilitation, please sign and share this petition. Your voice can help bring attention to a case centered on accountability, growth, and hope.