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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the sealing of and access to sealed court records. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to make the process of sealing criminal and juvenile court records more automatic and streamlined. Specifically, it requires the Commissioner of Probation to seal eligible records within 90 days of the applicable waiting period, even if the individual has not filed a request to seal the records. The bill also prohibits the disclosure of sealed or expunged records, with some exceptions provided by law. Overall, the aim is to provide easier and greater access to record sealing, which can help individuals move on from past mistakes and improve their opportunities.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (20)
Joseph Boncore (D),
Tony Cabral (D),
Michelle Ciccolo (D),
Marjorie Decker (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Carlos González (D),
Jonathan Hecht (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
José Tosado (D),
Chynah Tyler (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3378 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3378.pdf |
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