News Release

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Eric Holcomb on Thursday, Feb. 10, announced he signed executive orders granting medical clemency for the first time while in office.

“Today I granted medical clemency to three offenders who are bedridden and diagnosed with terminal health conditions,” Holcomb said. “The three men will be released to the supervision of the parole board and will serve the remainder of their lives at a skilled nursing home under the state’s care. In all three cases the offenders require 24-hour a daycare as they are unable to care for themselves.

The move was made after a great deal of research and consideration, he said.

“These men are no longer a threat to society, and it’s been determined they are better cared for at a skilled nursing home. The Indiana Parole Board unanimously recommended a medical clemency for all three men,” said Holcomb.

The three men are:

• Charles Calhoun, 83, was convicted in 1982 in Lake County for murder. He’s served 40 years, suffers from dementia, is bedridden and needs continuous care.
• Alphonso Griffin, 67, was convicted in St. Joseph County of robbery causing serious bodily injury. He was sentenced to 50 years. He suffered a stroke seven years ago, is bedridden and nonverbal and requires full care.
• Jerome Maclin, 70, was convicted in 1978 in Lake County of rape and kidnapping and received a life sentence. He suffered a gunshot in 1985 and is a paraplegic who needs continuous care.