The bill amends the Comprehensive Criminal Record Sealing Act of 2013 by introducing new requirements for individuals seeking to have their criminal records sealed. Specifically, it mandates that the uniform petition must include a verified statement regarding whether the petitioner has any pending felony charges in any state or federal court, the status of those charges, and whether they are subject to an active warrant of arrest. Additionally, the petition must confirm if the individual is required to register as a sex offender under the Sex Offender Registration Act of 1997.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a clear prohibition against courts granting a uniform petition to seal records if the individual is subject to an active warrant of arrest. This addition aims to ensure that individuals with unresolved legal issues cannot benefit from the sealing of their criminal records, thereby enhancing the integrity of the criminal record sealing process.

Statutes affected:
HB 1136: 16-90-1414(a), 16-90-1415