CA AB567

Department of Justice shall monthly review statewide criminal justice databases commencing July 1, 2024 (subject to appropriation) to identify persons eligible for automatic conviction record relief without requiring a petition.

Persons are eligible for automatic relief if they completed probation without revocation, were convicted of an infraction or misdemeanor with one year elapsed since judgment, or completed all terms for a felony conviction with four years elapsed since completion without new felony convictions.

Department must note "relief granted" directly in criminal history records and shall provide confirmation of relief upon request from the subject of the record.

Prosecuting attorney or probation department may file a petition within 90 days before eligibility date to prohibit automatic relief based on substantial threat to public safety, with court conducting a hearing within 45 days.

Relief does not affect obligations to disclose convictions for peace officer employment, public office, or certain specified programs, nor does it affect firearm prohibitions, protective orders, or use of records by criminal justice agencies.