2.1:I would not grant them clemency because according to sociological jurisprudence it would not be consistent. Others that have been charged with the same crime were not granted clemency. This would give others ideas that this form of behavior is acceptable. According to functionalism the law is supposed to maintain an equilibrium. Clemency would not be serving the purpose of maintaining clemency.

2.2:According to utilitarianism individuals are supposed to maximize positive aspects for the majority of people. Looking at the example of Colorado, after the change in law not only are resources of the state not wasted on enforcing marijuana laws but the taxation is yielding money for the state (which can be viewed as beneficial for the people).