AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS

Summary

The measure revises the state’s expungement statutes so that first‑time offenders, people with multiple misdemeanors or felonies (excluding violent crimes), and those whose offenses have been decriminalized can apply to have their records removed after specific time frames and payment of any fees. Courts must notify the attorney general and the original police agency and hold a hearing to check criteria such as a clean recent record and good moral character. The bill is currently introduced and has been sent to the House Judiciary committee for further study.

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