An Act Directing The Maine Commission On Public Defense Services To Assist Persons Filing Post-Judgment Motions To Seal Criminal History Record Information

This bill requires Maine's Commission on Public Defense Services to create a procedure helping individuals file motions to seal their criminal history records after a conviction. It directly affects people with past criminal convictions who seek to legally erase or restrict access to their court records under Maine law. The key provision mandates the Commission to develop a clear process for assisting these individuals with their post-judgment sealing requests. The bill implements a recommendation from the Criminal Records Review Committee to improve access to this record-sealing process. It does not change the eligibility rules for sealing records, only the support system for those who qualify.