Imposes restrictions on the use of expunged records.
This New Jersey bill strengthens protections around expunged criminal records by imposing stricter rules on background check providers and other entities that handle criminal history information. It requires background check companies to only report on information received within the last 30 days, promptly delete expunged records they know about, and provide free correction mechanisms for individuals. The bill eliminates the $200 fine limit for violations and creates a civil right to sue for $5,000 per violation or actual damages. Professional licensing boards must redact references to expunged convictions in their disciplinary records while keeping the fact of the disciplinary action visible. These changes aim to better protect individuals with expunged records from unfair discrimination based on past convictions that should no longer be visible.
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in committee
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Introduction
May 2025
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Governor
Introduced May 22, 2025
Last action May 22, 2025
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Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Angela McKnight
DDemocratic
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