H7204

Allows expungement of multiple felony convictions for non-violent felonies10 years after sentence completed.

Introduced·1/21/26
Introduced Text

Allows expungement of multiple non-violent felony convictions after 10 years post-sentence completion.

This bill amends Rhode Island's expungement laws to allow individuals with multiple non-violent felony convictions to petition for expungement of their records after completing their sentences. The bill specifies that expungement is not available for those convicted of violent crimes. To qualify, individuals must have no new convictions, arrests, or pending criminal proceedings, and must demonstrate good moral character and rehabilitation. The court retains discretion to grant expungement if it finds the petitioner has met these conditions.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Apr 2

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 2

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)

Jan 21

House

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary