The bill amends the Comprehensive Criminal Record Sealing Act of 2013 by introducing new requirements for individuals seeking to seal their criminal records. Specifically, it mandates that the uniform petition must include a verified statement regarding whether the petitioner has pending felony charges in any state or federal court, whether they are subject to an active warrant of arrest, and whether they are required to register as a sex offender. The language of the petition has been updated to clarify these requirements, replacing the previous phrasing with more explicit inquiries.

Additionally, the bill establishes a new provision that prohibits courts from granting a uniform petition to seal criminal records if the individual is subject to an active warrant of arrest. This change aims to ensure that individuals with outstanding legal issues cannot benefit from the sealing process until those issues are resolved. Overall, the amendments strengthen the criteria for sealing criminal records and enhance the integrity of the process.

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