A number of studies have looked at what’s called the “second chance gap” in various states. That term refers to the difference between the number of people eligible to have their convictions expunged or vacated and those who actually have done it. In a study published...
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Month: October 2023
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New record-sealing laws may benefit those convicted as juveniles
Young adults who are not yet legally independent can make mistakes that may haunt them for years to come. Thankfully, the juvenile justice system has certain rules in place that can help reduce how long many youthful offenders must suffer lingering consequences for an...
Can a felony conviction be vacated in Washington?
A felony conviction can be like a yoke, weighing you down long after you have served your sentence. It can limit your employment opportunities, make it difficult to secure housing and even affect some of your civil rights. Fortunately, all hope is not lost. The law in...