If I interpret [1] correctly, then they still have a criminal record? "Please also be aware that if you were to be granted a presidential pardon, the pardoned

If I interpret [1] correctly, then they still have a criminal record? "Please also be aware that if you were to be granted a presidential pardon, the pardoned offense would not be removed from your criminal record. Instead, both the federal conviction as well as the pardon would both appear on your record." [1]: https://www.justice.gov/pardon/frequently-asked-questions https://www.justice.gov/pardon/frequently-asked-questions