The proposed Clean Slate Act aims to facilitate the reintegration of individuals convicted of nonviolent or less violent crimes by allowing them to have their criminal records cleared after demonstrating rehabilitation. The Act establishes eligibility criteria for relief, which includes having served their sentences, maintained a crime-free status for a specified period, and paid all court-ordered financial obligations. The bill outlines a petition process for individuals to request clean slate relief, with the State Court Administrator responsible for determining eligibility and notifying relevant courts, which must issue orders for relief on a monthly basis. Certain serious offenses, such as sexual crimes and violent felonies, are explicitly excluded from eligibility.

In addition to the clean slate provisions, the bill introduces a second chance relief program for individuals serving long-term or life sentences who have shown rehabilitation. This program allows eligible offenders to apply for commutation of their sentences through the Board of Pardons, with criteria based on the age at which the offense was committed and the length of time served. The Board of Parole will assess rehabilitation and make recommendations for commutation, emphasizing community involvement and accountability in the reentry process. Overall, the Clean Slate Act seeks to balance public safety with the need for rehabilitation and successful reintegration of offenders into society.