Rhode Island S2983 allows for the expungement of criminal records after certain time periods post-sentence.

Rhode Island S2983 amends the expungement of criminal records process. It permits individuals to file a motion for expungement of misdemeanor records five years after completing their sentence. For felonies, expungement can be requested ten years after completing the sentence, or upon successful completion if the sentence exceeds ten years. The bill also allows for expungement of records related to deferred sentences upon their completion. The act takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island S2983 allows for the expungement of criminal records after certain time periods post-sentence.

Rhode Island S2983 amends the expungement of criminal records process. It permits individuals to file a motion for expungement of misdemeanor records five years after completing their sentence. For felonies, expungement can be requested ten years after completing the sentence, or upon successful completion if the sentence exceeds ten years. The bill also allows for expungement of records related to deferred sentences upon their completion. The act takes effect upon passage.