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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act directs OJD to study ways to improve the process for setting aside convictions. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.8). Requires the Judicial Department to study ways to improve the efficiency of the process for setting aside convictions. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) to conduct a comprehensive study on improving the process for setting aside (expunging) criminal convictions. Specifically, the bill directs the department to examine ways to make the expungement process more efficient and submit a report to the legislative assembly's interim judiciary committees by September 15, 2026. The report may include legislative recommendations for enhancing the current expungement procedures. The study and reporting mandate will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, meaning the OJD will have a specific timeframe to complete this research and provide its findings. An expungement is a legal process that can help individuals clear or seal past criminal records, which can be important for employment, housing, and other opportunities, making this study potentially significant for individuals seeking to move past previous legal challenges.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3072 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB3072 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84043 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB3072/Introduced |
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