This bill amends the existing laws regarding the expungement of criminal records, specifically in Chapter 12-1.3. It introduces new definitions and criteria for expungement, including the classification of "crimes of violence" and "other prohibited offenses," which cannot be expunged. The bill allows individuals convicted of multiple felonies (fewer than five) and misdemeanors to seek expungement, provided their offenses do not fall under the defined categories of violence or other prohibited offenses.

The bill specifies that a person may file a motion for expungement of felony convictions after fifteen years from the completion of their last sentence, and it outlines the process for filing a motion, including the requirement for notice to the Attorney General and the original police department. The court will consider various factors, including the individual's rehabilitation, community ties, and overall moral character, when determining whether to grant the expungement. The hearing judge may also consider the person's background and involvement in the community, and the expungement must be consistent with the public interest.

Overall, this legislation aims to provide a pathway for individuals to clear their criminal records while ensuring that serious offenses remain on record.