This bill establishes a new section in Iowa law regarding the expungement of criminal history records for victims of human trafficking. It allows individuals who have been victims of human trafficking to petition the court for the expungement of their criminal records related to offenses committed while they were victims, regardless of the outcome of those charges. The petition can be filed at any time after the individual is no longer a victim or has accessed victim services. To support their petition, individuals must provide a sworn statement affirming their eligibility and, if available, official documentation proving their status as a victim. The bill also stipulates that a court may grant expungement based on a preponderance of the evidence, and if official documentation is provided, it creates a presumption that the individual's involvement in the offense was due to their victim status.

Additionally, the bill outlines the confidentiality of expunged records, stating that they will be exempt from public access, with certain exceptions for law enforcement and government agencies. It specifies that individuals with expunged records may lawfully deny or fail to acknowledge their arrests or convictions, except in specific circumstances, such as when applying for jobs with criminal justice agencies. The bill does not apply to certain serious offenses, and it clarifies that the court has discretion in granting or denying expungement petitions. The Supreme Court is also given the authority to establish rules governing the expungement process.