AL HB348

Allows individuals convicted of misdemeanors or felonies to petition circuit court for an Order of Limited Relief to reduce collateral consequences affecting occupational licensing, with petitions filed in the county of conviction or petitioner's residence depending on jurisdiction.

Requires petitioner to submit sworn statement, with court reviewing presentence reports and optionally ordering postsentence reports from Board of Pardons and Paroles before ruling within 90 calendar days; court grants order if satisfied it will materially assist employment and law-abiding life without unreasonable public safety risk.

Prohibits occupational licensing boards from automatically denying licenses based on criminal convictions when a valid Order of Limited Relief is issued, though boards may still consider underlying conduct; exceptions apply to law enforcement, Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission certification, and drivers' licenses.

Imposes $100 non-waivable administrative filing fee with option for payment plans for indigent applicants; rejection on merits is preclusive for two years unless court orders otherwise.

Subsequent conviction of a Class A, B, or C felony automatically revokes the Order of Limited Relief; act becomes effective the first day of the third month following passage and approval.