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This bill, known as the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025, provides a comprehensive framework for helping victims of human trafficking clear their criminal records and seek relief for crimes committed as a result of their trafficking experience. The bill allows individuals who were victims of human trafficking to file motions to vacate convictions or expunge arrests for certain level A (non-violent) and level B (violent) offenses if they can demonstrate that the criminal conduct was a direct result of their trafficking experience. The process includes filing a motion with supporting evidence, which may include testimony from anti-human trafficking service providers, and requires a court hearing where the judge will evaluate the circumstances. If granted, the bill allows for the complete removal of arrest records and conviction records, effectively restoring the individual's status to what it was before the arrest or conviction. Additionally, the bill provides a legal defense for trafficking victims, allows for potential sentence reductions, ensures confidentiality in legal proceedings, and mandates that no fees can be charged for filing such motions. The legislation also requires various reporting mechanisms, including annual reports from U.S. attorneys and a comprehensive assessment by the Government Accountability Office to track the implementation and impact of these provisions.

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