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This bill repeals and replaces Section 610.140 of the Missouri Revised Statutes, which governs the expungement of certain criminal records. The key provisions of this bill are: 1. It expands the list of offenses, violations, and infractions that are eligible for expungement, with some exceptions such as Class A felonies, dangerous felonies, sex offender registration offenses, and certain violent and weapon-related crimes. 2. It establishes a process for individuals to petition the court to have their records expunged, including requirements such as waiting periods, lack of additional convictions, and satisfaction of all obligations related to the offense. 3. It sets limits on the number of offenses, violations, and infractions that can be expunged per person during their lifetime (up to two misdemeanors and one felony). 4. It outlines the effect of an expungement order, including restoring the person's status as if the events had never occurred, with some exceptions for certain professional licenses and employment disclosures. 5. It provides a form for pro se (self-represented) petitioners seeking expungement. The overall purpose of this bill is to make it easier for individuals with certain criminal records to have those records expunged, subject to the limitations and exceptions specified in the legislation.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.senate.mo.gov/19info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=38