The bill amends section 943.059 of the Florida Statutes to revise the eligibility requirements for the court-ordered sealing of certain criminal history records. Key changes include the introduction of new criteria for eligibility, such as allowing the sealing of records related to non-violent misdemeanor offenses and specifying that individuals can petition to seal records if they have not been adjudicated guilty of certain offenses. Additionally, the bill clarifies that courts may seal multiple adjudications of guilt if they are directly related to the original arrest, provided this intent is specified in the sealing order.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the conditions under which individuals can deny or fail to acknowledge sealed records, particularly in contexts such as employment with criminal justice agencies or when seeking licenses in sensitive positions. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025. Overall, the bill aims to expand the opportunities for individuals to have their criminal records sealed, thereby facilitating their reintegration into society.