Hal Nash Sworn In As Parole Board Chair

Alabama’s new parole board chair to hold off on making decisions about cases

Darryl Littleton, Gabrelle Simmons and Hal Nash of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles listen to people’s testimony during a hearing on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The newest member, Nash, recused himself from deciding cases until he became familiar with the cases. (Ralph Chapoco/Alabama Reflector)Even though the Alabama Board of Pardons is fully staffed with three members, it will continue to operate as if it is without one member as the new c…

Hal Nash Sworn In As Parole Board Chair

Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles Director Cam Ward today gave the oath of office to Board Chair Hal Nash. Nash will preside as chair over parole board meetings beginning Tuesday, July 15.