IN SB0407

Allows expungement of arrest records when a person's conviction has been vacated and the state may not or will not refile charges against the individual

Prohibits employers from asking employees or prospective employees about arrests, charges, or convictions that occurred more than 5 years ago ("stale" arrests/convictions), unless federal or state law specifically requires disclosure as a condition of employment

Permits individuals to petition to restrict access to their limited criminal history after 5 years have passed since discharge from probation, imprisonment, or parole, provided they have not been arrested in the previous year (reduced from 15 years under prior law)

Establishes civil penalties for employer violations, including actual damages, court costs, attorney's fees, and injunctive relief

Reopens restricted criminal history records permanently if a person is subsequently convicted of any crime other than a minor traffic offense