Bill > H1645

This bill updates existing Massachusetts law regarding the protection of sealed and expunged court records by modifying Chapter 276, sections 100Q and 100T. Specifically, the bill reinforces strict confidentiality provisions that prohibit any person from making sealed or expunged records available for inspection in any form. The changes expand the existing restrictions to include records sealed under section 100C, in addition to the previously covered sections 100A and 100B. The bill ensures that court records that have been sealed or expunged remain completely confidential and cannot be accessed by any individuals, which helps protect the privacy of individuals who have had their court records sealed or expunged. This type of legal protection is important for individuals seeking to move past prior legal issues and prevent potential discrimination or stigma related to past court records.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1645