H1693

To remove collateral consequences and protect the presumption of innocence

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1693 aims to remove collateral consequences and protect the presumption of innocence by sealing criminal records that do not result in.

Massachusetts H1693 seeks to amend existing laws to ensure that criminal records not resulting in a conviction are sealed automatically. This includes offenses that are pending or where the individual is found not guilty. The bill mandates that criminal justice agencies provide access to sealed records upon request without requiring a court order. It also ensures that individuals who objected to sealing or have unsealed offenses can request sealing at a later time.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 9, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order