To be eligible for a pardon, the convicted must have completed all sentence(s) imposed at least five (5) years prior to applying and have lived a law-abiding life since the completion of the sentence(s). They can have no pending charges against them and all fines must be paid in full.

https://pap.georgia.gov/parole-consideration/pardons-restoration-rights/pardons-faqs#:~:text=A%20pardon%20is%20an%20official,probation%20and%2For%20parole).