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RI H8083
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Cherie Cruz
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AI Summary
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Allows persons with multiple felony convictions to file for expungement of any or all felony records, provided none of the convictions are for crimes of violence
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Changes the waiting period calculation from "completion of sentence" to "date of conviction" for both misdemeanor (5 years) and felony (10 years) expungement eligibility
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Excludes multiple convictions under chapter 29 of title 12 (fugitives from justice) from eligibility for expungement under the new multi-felony provision
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Requires petitioners with multiple felonies to demonstrate no arrests or convictions for 10 years, no pending criminal proceedings, and good moral character to qualify for expungement
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Allows expungement of multiple felony convictions for non-violent felonies10 years from the date of conviction.
Criminal Procedure
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
2/27/2026