What does the cryptic crossword clue "Judicial review is through: way to receive pardon for Spaniard (7)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym="through") + QUE (synonym="Spanish “what?” or “pardon?”") + ST (synonym="ST") = INQUEST The answer is INQUEST.

Judicial review is through: way to receive pardon for Spaniard (7)

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