This bill establishes an expungement process for individuals who have been convicted of certain offenses and are also victims of domestic violence or substantial abuse, provided that the conviction is substantially related to the abuse. Specifically, it allows individuals, excluding those convicted of murder or required to register as sex offenders, to petition the Superior Court for expungement of their convictions if they can demonstrate that they were victims of domestic violence or significant abuse and that this abuse contributed to their conviction. The application for expungement can be filed after the individual has completed their most recent sentence or financial obligations.

The court is mandated to consider all relevant circumstances and evidence when deciding on the expungement request, including court records, social services records, and testimonies from various professionals. The bill aims to provide a pathway for victims of abuse to clear their criminal records, thereby facilitating their reintegration into society. The expungement granted under this bill will have the same legal effect as those ordered under existing expungement laws.