Amends the criminal procedure law to allow for the expungement of syringe convictions for possessing a hypodermic instrument.

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to expand the eligibility for expungement of syringe convictions. Specifically, it adds new criteria for convictions defined in certain sections of the penal law and for violations of former section 220.45 prior to a specified effective date. The changes aim to provide relief to individuals with such convictions, potentially improving their access to employment and housing opportunities. The act will take effect 180 days after becoming law.

Amends the criminal procedure law to allow for the expungement of syringe convictions for possessing a hypodermic instrument.

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to expand the eligibility for expungement of syringe convictions. Specifically, it adds new criteria for convictions defined in certain sections of the penal law and for violations of former section 220.45 prior to a specified effective date. The changes aim to provide relief to individuals with such convictions, potentially improving their access to employment and housing opportunities. The act will take effect 180 days after becoming law.