Expunction - As introduced, lowers the period of time that must elapse after completion of the sentence imposed before a petitioner may have an eligible criminal offense expunged, for misdemeanors or Class E felonies, from five years to three years, and for Class D felonies, from 10 years to six years. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

HB 1081 shortens the waiting period for clearing certain criminal records in Tennessee. It reduces the required time from 5 years to 3 years for misdemeanors or Class E felonies, and from 10 years to 6 years for Class D felonies after completing a sentence. This change directly affects individuals convicted of these specific offenses who seek to have their records expunged. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated Sections 40-32-101(g)(2)(B) and (k)(1)(C) and takes effect July 1, 2025.