H8082

Amends existing expungement laws to be consistent with the new 10-year lookback period required for DUI charges.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8082 amends expungement laws to align with a new 10-year lookback period for DUI charges.

Rhode Island H8082 modifies existing expungement laws to ensure consistency with the new 10-year lookback period for DUI charges. This bill allows individuals to file a motion for the expungement of records relating to misdemeanor convictions after ten years from the completion of their last sentence. It also addresses the expungement of records for felony convictions and multiple misdemeanors, provided certain conditions are met. The bill takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 28

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 28

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary