The 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. It introduces provisions that allow individuals arrested or convicted of specific misdemeanors or felony possession of controlled substances to petition the court to have their records shielded from disclosure after a waiting period of five years, provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. The bill specifies that the court must notify the prosecuting attorney and may hear testimony relevant to the petition. Additionally, it outlines the types of misdemeanors considered assaultive or violent, which are excluded from this shielding process.

Furthermore, the bill includes new language that allows the court to release portions of a petitioner's record necessary for the collection of any outstanding fees, fines, or restitution owed in connection with the underlying conviction and sentence. This addition 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 convictions. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective from July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 67-3004