Bill > HB746

This bill proposes to remove embezzlement from the list of felony convictions that are currently ineligible for expungement in Mississippi. Under existing law, individuals convicted of certain felonies are prohibited from having their records expunged, including crimes of violence, arson, drug trafficking, and multiple DUI offenses. The bill specifically eliminates the provision that previously barred expungement for embezzlement offenses as defined in Sections 97-11-25 and 97-23-19. This means that individuals convicted of embezzlement would now be able to petition the court to have their conviction expunged after five years and successful completion of their sentence, subject to the court's discretion and determination of rehabilitation. The bill maintains other existing requirements for expungement, such as being a first-time offender and providing notice to the district attorney. The changes would take effect on July 1, 2025, potentially offering a path to clear criminal records for those convicted of embezzlement who meet the specified conditions.