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Connecticut Erases 50,000 Criminal Records Under Clean Slate Law After Years of Delays
Connecticut has resumed its automatic record erasure program under the Clean Slate law, wiping around 50,000 eligible records so far and aiming to process over 100,000 more in the near term. The law, passed in 2021, calls for automatic erasures of older, low-level convictions after a set waiting period (seven years for misdemeanors, ten for certain felonies) — though serious offenses like sex crimes and domestic violence are excluded. Implementation was delayed by outdated IT systems and data issues, but recent upgrades and outside contractor support have enabled the state to move forward.
Activist Hosts Town Hall for Clean Slate Legislation
A town hall meeting was hosted to spotlight proposed “Clean Slate” legislation, which would simplify how eligible individuals can have past records expunged. The gathering featured advocates, community members, and individuals who described barriers they faced due to lingering records. Organizers emphasized the need for an automated expungement system to reduce costs, legal complexity, and delays. Attendees were encouraged to engage with legislators and help raise momentum for passing the bill.
After Years-Long Delay, Clean Slate’s Automated Erasures Move Forward in Connecticut
After years of delays, Connecticut has begun implementing automated record erasures under its Clean Slate law. CSI CEO Sheena Meade applauds this milestone, which will open doors to jobs, housing, and opportunity for over 100,000 residents.
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125,000 Convictions Could Be Cleared Under CT's Clean Slate Program: 'Lead to New Opportunities'
Connecticut's Clean Slate program, established in 2021, is progressing toward clearing up to 125,000 eligible records by mid-November 2025, following the resolution of technical delays. The initiative aims to automatically expunge certain misdemeanor and low-level felony convictions, enhancing access to employment, housing, and education for individuals who have completed their sentences. Advocates, including those from Congregations Organized for a New Connecticut (CONECT), have been instrumental in pushing for the program's implementation, highlighting its potential to provide second chances and reduce barriers for individuals seeking to reintegrate into society.
