DE SCR31

Proclaims April 2025 as "Second Chance Month" in Delaware to raise awareness about opportunities for individuals with criminal records to rebuild their lives

Approximately 153,000 Delawareans have criminal conviction records, and about 2,145 are released from prison annually

Highlights that nearly 1 in 3 American adults and 1 in 3 adult Delawareans have a criminal record due to policies emphasizing imprisonment over rehabilitation

References Delaware's recent criminal justice reforms including expanded expungement availability, limits on prosecuting children under 12, increased judicial discretion in sentencing, and reduced professional licensing restrictions

Follows President Biden's 2024 federal proclamation and Delaware's previous recognition of Second Chance Month in April 2024