Pennsylvanians with certain low-level marijuana convictions have an opportunity to apply for pardons this month.

The Pennsylvania Marijuana Pardon Project, announced Sept. 1 by Gov. Tom Wolf and Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, aims to forgive two types of nonviolent marijuana convictions, which can act as a barrier for those seeking housing, employment, higher education and other services or benefits.

“I have repeatedly called on our Republican-led General Assembly to support the legalization of adult-use marijuana, but they’ve yet to meet this call for action from myself and Pennsylvanians,” said Wolf in a news release announcing the project. “Until they do, I am committed to doing everything in my power to support Pennsylvanians who have been adversely affected by a minor marijuana offense on their record.

“This pardon project has the potential to open the door for thousands of Pennsylvanians — the college grad looking to start their career, the grandparent who’s been wanting [to] chaperone a field trip, or any Pennsylvanian who’s been told ‘no’ for much needed assistance. Now’s your chance.”

The free, accelerated pardon process is only open for a short time — applications are due by Sept. 30.

Here’s what you need to know:

Q: What charges are eligible for this program?

A: In order to apply for a pardon through this project, residents mush have one or both of these convictions in Pennsylvania:

• Possession of Marijuana (Title 35 Section 780-113 Subsection A31)

• Marijuana,...

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