MS HB227

Expands felony record expungement eligibility to include any felony not defined as a crime of violence under Mississippi Code Section 97-3-2, rather than limiting it to specific offenses.

Allows petitioners to expunge one felony conviction five years after successful completion of all terms and conditions of the sentence.

Maintains existing restrictions prohibiting expungement for crimes of violence and felonies related to controlled substance distribution (at court discretion).

Requires petitioner to give the district attorney ten days' written notice before any hearing and allows court to grant expungement if applicant is determined to be rehabilitated.

Takes effect July 1, 2019.