Illinois has recently signed approval for House Bill 4392, which will now allow positive cannabis tests for those applying for an expunction of criminal charges. The previous law required that individuals seeking an expunction or seal of felony drug convictions to test negative of cannabis usage. The new law, which will go into effect January 1st, 2023, will now do away with this requirement.
The bill will also be applicable to a wide range of violation convictions including: The Illinois Controlled Substances Act, The Methamphetamine Control & Community Protection Act, and The Cannabis Control Act. Additionally, the bill will also be applied to records of felony drug offenses that qualify for probation. Many lawmakers are hopeful that this bill will help make the expunction process easier for many, helping individuals seeking job opportunities, and allowing people to act as participating members of society.
If you have a previous cannabis conviction that is preventing you from finding job employment, visit EasyExpunctions.com or call +1 (877) 628-1214 to learn more about how you can have your records expunged.