This bill amends Section 67-3004 of the Idaho Code, focusing on the management of criminal history records and the process for shielding certain records from public disclosure. Key provisions include the establishment of policies for fingerprinting individuals arrested for retainable offenses, the requirement for law enforcement agencies to take fingerprints at various stages of the legal process, and the conditions under which individuals may petition to have their records shielded from disclosure. Specifically, individuals convicted of non-violent misdemeanors or certain felony drug offenses may petition the court for record shielding after a waiting period of five years, provided they meet specific eligibility criteria.

Additionally, the bill introduces new language allowing the court to release portions of a petitioner's record necessary for the collection of outstanding fees, fines, or restitution owed in connection with the underlying conviction. This provision aims to ensure that while individuals may have their records shielded from public view, the court retains the ability to address financial obligations related to their sentences. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 67-3004