YUBA COUNTY, CA (MPG) - On April 18, California Governor Gavin Newsom granted clemency to 25 individuals, including the commutation of Yuba County man Corey Fernandez.

Fernandez, now 63, was incarcerated for more than 14 years following a violent altercation in 2010 that resulted in two victims being injured. According to local news records, Fernandez accidentally shot his friend in the stomach while having an altercation with another “friend,” whom he then beat.

Fernandez received his official sentence in 2012 from the Yuba County Superior Court for a total of 34 years and four months to life in prison. The sentence included seven years for attempted murder, one year for assault with a deadly weapon, and an additional 26 years and four months in sentence enhancements.

Newsom’s clemency order acknowledges the serious nature of Fernandez’s crimes but emphasizes his demonstrated commitment to rehabilitation while incarcerated.

“This act of clemency for Mr. Fernandez does not minimize or forgive his conduct or the harm it caused,” said Newsom in the clemency proclamation. “It does recognize the work he has done since to transform himself.”

According to Newsom, Fernandez completed vocational training and engaged in extensive self-help programming. He was also commended by correctional staff for being a positive influence on others and showing signs of personal transformation.

This commutation makes Fernandez eligible for immediate parole consideration. The Board of Parole Hearings will now determine whether he is suitable for release.