DC B24-0209 | 2021-2022 | 24th Council
Status
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: Introduced on April 8 2021 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2021-04-23 - Notice of Intent to Act on B24-0209 Published in the DC Register
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on April 8 2021 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2021-04-23 - Notice of Intent to Act on B24-0209 Published in the DC Register
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
As introduced, Bill 24-209 provides automatic sealing of non-conviction records without requiring an individual to file a motion or prove their innocence. It also provides for automatic sealing of records for eligible misdemeanor and felony convictions after a waiting period. Among other things it also clarifies that nonpayment of fines and fees does not prevent a sentence from being completed. The burden is on the prosecution to demonstrate why such relief should not be granted.
Title
District of Columbia Clean Slate Amendment Act of 2021
Sponsors
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-04-23 | Council | Notice of Intent to Act on B24-0209 Published in the DC Register |
| 2021-04-20 | Council | Referred to Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety |
| 2021-04-08 | Council | Introduced in Office of the Secretary |
Washington D.C. State Sources
| Type | Source |
|---|---|
| Summary | https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B24-0209 |
| Text | https://lims.dccouncil.gov/downloads/LIMS/46979/Introduction/B24-0209-Introduction.pdf |
