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No One Should Be Defined By Their Record
The Clean Slate Initiative is working across the country, and in Congress, to pass and implement laws that automate record sealing for people with eligible records who have completed their sentence and remained crime-free, and to expand who is eligible for sealing.
Our Mission
The Clean Slate Initiative passes and implements laws that automatically clear eligible records for people who have completed their sentence and remained crime-free, and expands who is eligible for clearance
Our Vision
People will no longer be defined by their records and will have the opportunity to contribute to their community, have a fair opportunity to work, get an education, and achieve their full potential.
Real Second Chances for Millions of People Across the Country
Over 18 million people in America are eligible for full or partial record sealing across 13 states, and Washington D.C., that have passed Clean Slate legislation that meets CSI's policy minimums.
All 50 States on the Clean Slate Path by 2029
We have a multi-year strategy to put all 50 states on the path to passing Clean Slate legislation. By 2029, we plan to pass and implement laws that provide partial and full record clearance for up to 14 million more people — restoring opportunity and dignity for many who have been left behind for far too long.
Updates from CSI
Five Simple Mistakes That Could Turn into a Lifetime of Punishment
Most people think of an arrest or conviction record as the result of serious crimes — but in reality, even small, everyday mistakes can snowball into lifelong punishment. Learn more in this collaborative contribution from Erik Altieri, CSI, and Heather Canuel, a Directly Impacted organizer.
Insight: New York’s Clean Slate Act
Advocates and legislators built broad support for Clean Slate in New York by balancing bold reform goals with practical compromise. Their success offers valuable lessons for advancing Clean Slate policies in other states. Learn more in this analysis from The Brennan Center for Justice's Ames Grawert and Hernandez D. Stroud.
From Service to Second Chances: A Veteran's Reflection
A veteran reflects on service, loss, recovery, and redemption — sharing how a second chance helped him rebuild his life and rediscover purpose, and how Clean Slate helped him thrive. Read more in this guest contribution from Richard Flanagan.
Support Clean Slate
Your voice and action matter. Share your story to amplify the importance of second chances, or make a donation to help expand access to automated record sealing and opportunity for millions.
