Pipeline · Bill → Law
Step 1
Introduced
Apr 27, 2023
Step 2
Referred
Apr 27, 2023
Judiciary
Step 3
Committee
Step 4
House floor
Step 5
Senate
Step 6
Resolve Changes
Step 7
Signed
SummaryCRS Summary
This bill establishes a framework for sealing records related to certain federal criminal offenses. Courts must automatically seal records related to (1) a conviction for simple possession of a controlled substance or for any nonviolent offense involving marijuana, or (2) an arrest for an offense that does not result in a conviction. Additionally, an individual who meets certain criteria may petition to seal records related to a conviction for other nonviolent offenses.
Timeline · 2 actions
Apr 27, 2023
Introduced in House
Apr 27, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.