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Automatic criminal expungements begin in Michigan, benefiting at least 842,000
Automatic expungements begin in Michigan, benefiting at least 842,000 people.

Delaware advocates lobby to get criminal records expunged
In April 2023, during Second Chance Month, advocates in Delaware lobbied at Legislative Hall to support the expungement of criminal records, aiming to provide individuals with improved opportunities for a fresh start.

Second Chance Month Illustrates the Strength of State and Federal Bipartisan Reform Efforts
Second Chance Month aims to raise awareness about the importance of ensuring people have access to meaningful opportunities after obtaining an arrest or conviction record.

Sheena Meade advocates for social justice at All-Star Weekend
Sheena Meade advocates for social justice at All-Star Weekend

Advocates Push For Automated Criminal-Record Expungement in Mississippi
Advocates Push For Automated Criminal-Record Expungement in Mississippi

Want to Help Others? Philanthropy Experts Share Their Most Personal Advice
Want to Help Others? Philanthropy Experts Share Their Most Personal Advice

OUR OPINION: Expungements too costly, burdensome
Missouri's burdensome process for expunging a criminal record is unfair and unduly affects those without bargaining power. An easier process should exist for those who have made a mistake and have paid their debt to society.

Detroit Pistons coach Dwane Casey: Vote to improve Detroit and Michigan
Detroit Pistons coach Dwane Casey: Vote to improve Detroit and Michigan

Clean Slate Initiative Praises Presidential Action Pardoning Federal Marijuana Offenses, Calls for Further Action
We applaud President Biden’s executive action pardoning Federal simple marijuana offenses. The action is a good first step in helping working Americans overcome the barriers created by having a conviction on their records.