The bill amends the existing laws regarding the expungement of criminal records, specifically in sections 12-1.3-2 and 12-1.3-3. It allows individuals who have been convicted of more than one felony, provided they 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 after ten years from the date of conviction. Additionally, it clarifies that multiple convictions for offenses under chapter 29 of title 12 are not eligible for expungement.

The bill also establishes that individuals with misdemeanor convictions may file for expungement after five years from the date of conviction. It outlines the criteria for granting expungement, which includes that the petitioner has not been convicted or arrested for any felony or misdemeanor in the ten years preceding the filing of the motion, there are no pending criminal proceedings against the person, and they have exhibited good moral character.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that notice of the hearing for expungement must be given to the relevant authorities. If granted, all records related to the conviction will be expunged and removed from public inspection. The act is set to take effect upon passage.