A5095

Implements procedures for automated "Clean Slate" expungements.

Introduced·5/14/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A5095 implements an automated process for "Clean Slate" expungements, reducing waiting periods and streamlining record expungement.

New Jersey A5095 introduces an automated process for "Clean Slate" expungements, expediting the removal of eligible criminal records from public view. Under the bill, the waiting period for disorderly persons and petty disorderly person convictions is reduced to five years, and for eligible indictable crimes, it is reduced to seven years. The Administrative Office of the Courts will identify and process eligible records monthly, aiming to clear any backlog by January 1, 2030.

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Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

May 14

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee