The bill amends Section 15-27-1 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to allow individuals who have been adjudged as youthful offenders to file a petition for expungement of records related to misdemeanor offenses, violations, traffic violations, or municipal ordinance violations under specific circumstances. The new legal language inserted into the bill clarifies that both individuals convicted of such offenses and those adjudged as youthful offenders can seek expungement, provided they meet certain criteria, including the completion of probation or parole requirements and the passage of a specified time period since the conviction.

Additionally, the bill removes certain phrases from the existing law, such as "a" before various types of offenses, streamlining the language. It also expands the list of entities that may access expunged records, including criminal justice agencies, utilities, and the Department of Human Resources, while ensuring that expunged records are not disclosed in civil matters unless related to the expungement process. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 15-27-1
Enrolled: 15-27-1