The bill amends Section 12-1.3-2 of the General Laws regarding the expungement of criminal records. It allows individuals to file for expungement of misdemeanor convictions after three (3) years from the date of completion of their sentence, and for felony convictions and multiple misdemeanors after five (5) years from the date of completion. The bill specifies that individuals convicted of violent crimes are ineligible for expungement.

Additionally, the bill maintains provisions for individuals with deferred sentences and those seeking expungement for offenses that have been decriminalized. It emphasizes that all outstanding court-related financial obligations must be settled unless waived by the court. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
2313: 12-1.3-2