The bill amends the existing laws regarding the expungement of criminal records, specifically in sections 12-1.3-2 and 12-1.3-3 of the General Laws. It allows individuals who have been convicted of more than one felony, and who have not been convicted of a felony considered a crime of violence, to file a motion for the expungement of any or all of those felony convictions in the court where the convictions occurred. It specifies that multiple convictions for offenses under chapter 29 of title 12 are not eligible for expungement. Individuals may file for expungement after ten years from the completion of their last sentence.

The bill outlines the process for filing a motion for expungement, which includes providing notice to the Attorney General and the original police department. It establishes criteria for the court to consider when granting expungement, including that the petitioner has not been convicted or arrested for any felony or misdemeanor in the ten years preceding the filing of the motion, that there are no pending criminal proceedings against the person, and that the petitioner has exhibited good moral character. The court will also ensure that the expungement aligns with public interest and that all records are removed from public inspection if granted. The act is set to take effect upon passage.