Bill > H1249

This bill mandates that individuals committed to the custody of the department of correction and those assigned to probation receive a packet of informational materials regarding their criminal offender record information, which is data collected and maintained by criminal justice agencies. This packet will explain how their records can be accessed and shared, how to file complaints with the department of criminal justice information services (DCJIS), the process for sealing certain records, and the duration of such information. It will also include contact details for relevant departments and resources like websites and frequently asked questions. The department of correction and the office of probation are tasked with developing these materials by January 1, 2016, and the department of correction must also mail these materials to individuals released from custody before the bill's effective date by December 31, 2016.