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RI S2299
RI S2299Allows expungement of multiple felony convictions for non-violent felonies10 years after sentence completed.
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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would allow those persons with multiple felony convictions to file a motion for expungement of all records and records of convictions; provided that, no person who has been convicted of any felony which is considered a crime of violence shall have their records of conviction expunged and convictions for offenses under chapter 29 of title 12 shall not be eligible for and may not be expunged. Motions may be brought after ten (10) years from the date of the completion of their last sentence. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill allows individuals with multiple felony convictions to petition for the expungement, or sealing, of their criminal records, provided these felonies were not violent crimes and not related to offenses under chapter 29 of title 12, which typically covers controlled substances. This petition can be filed ten years after the completion of their last sentence, and the court will consider factors like no subsequent arrests or convictions, pending legal proceedings, outstanding fees, and the individual's demonstrated good moral character and rehabilitation. Expungement means the records are removed from public view, effectively erasing the conviction for most purposes.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Ana Quezada (D)*,
Sam Bell (D),
Jacob Bissaillon (D),
Alana DiMario (D),
Dawn Euer (D),
Pam Lauria (D),
Tiara Mack (D),
Ryan Pearson (D),
Bridget Valverde (D),
Sam Zurier (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary (on 01/23/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2299.pdf |
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