Saving of royal prerogative of pardon

The Governor-General may, in the exercise of the royal prerogative of mercy, pardon any person convicted under section 41 or 43 of this Act, notwithstanding that the damages assessed and costs allowed, or either of them, may not have been paid, but such pardon shall not prejudice any right the party aggrieved may have to bring any action in respect of such trespass. prerogative or respect to un- lawful detention