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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
Clean Slate in Connecticut: Implementation and Sustained Momentum
More than 150,000 people have benefitted from Connecticut’s Clean Slate law that went into effect three years ago. Learn more about Connecticut's implementation milestone in this guest update from Rev. Dr. Philippe E. C. Andal, CONECT.
Clean Slate Campaign Launches in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has launched their Clean Slate campaign and introduced legislation to automate record sealing and expand access to second chances. Learn more in this update from Mo George, Campaign Strategist.
Black History Month and the Power of Clean Slate
Clean Slate builds on decades of leadership from Black advocates, organizers, and movements that pushed this country to confront inequity in policing, sentencing, employment, housing, and opportunity. Learn more in this update from Dr. Sheena Meade, CEO.
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.
