An Act relative to expungement of certain past marijuana convictions

This bill expands the automatic expungement of criminal records in Massachusetts to include past convictions for possession, cultivation, and distribution of small amounts of marijuana. It specifically targets offenses that were decriminalized by laws passed in 2008, 2016, and 2017, ensuring that individuals with these charges can have their records sealed. The legislation also establishes a process for individuals to petition the court for expungement if the court initially fails to do so, requiring the court to respond within 30 days. Additionally, the bill mandates that courts clear these specific records within 180 days of the law taking effect and requires the distribution of expungement orders to relevant state agencies.