An Act relative to the expungement of non-convictions
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to allow individuals to petition the court to have certain non-conviction records expunged from their background. Currently, Massachusetts law limits the ability to clear these records, and this legislation seeks to expand eligibility and simplify the process. It aims to provide individuals with a greater opportunity to move forward after encountering issues that resulted in non-conviction records being created. The bill is currently under consideration by the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Key provisions
- Allows individuals to petition for expungement of certain non-conviction records.
- Establishes criteria for eligibility for expungement.
- Specifies the types of records that may be expunged.
- Outlines the process for seeking expungement.
- Creates a timeline for the expungement process.
- Addresses potential barriers to expungement.
- Provides for a review of the expungement process.
- Requires the Massachusetts Bureau of Identification to update records.
Who is affected
- Individuals with non-conviction records
- Legal professionals
- Employers
- Government agencies
- The criminal justice system
Notable changes
- Expands eligibility for expungement beyond current limitations.
- Simplifies the process for seeking expungement.
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