Delaware is working hard to join the ranks of states who are changing legislation to provide more opportunities for individuals with criminal records to find housing and employment. Delaware advocates and lawmakers are pushing for a change to legislation that automatically seals criminal records for certain crimes—a measure that would provide pathways out of poverty, offer second chances, and improve the lives of so many who struggle under the stigma of criminal records.
By creating an automatic expungement system, housing, employment, education, and opportunities will become available to those individuals who have already paid their debt. The details of the new Delaware bill are not available yet, however, one push for this new law is to follow in Pennsylvania’s footsteps and include those who have certain felony offenses.
This new bill could apply to the 250,000+ people who have criminal records in Delaware. Expunctions serve an important function, and the sooner the bill is passed, the better. Especially right now, with so many still struggling from the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone deserves a second chance, and hopefully, Delaware can provide this.
If you’re looking for a second chance, a clear criminal record might be the answer. Reach out to Easy Expunctions to see if we can help clear a charge, arrest, or conviction from your record and give you the clean slate you need to succeed.