New York State, Clean Slate Act

New York's Clean Slate Act seals certain criminal records to give fresh starts
The Clean Slate Act took effect in New York State Saturday, after being signed by Governor Kathy Hochul in 2023.
New York's Clean Slate Act is in effect. Here's what it means for people with criminal records.
Starting Saturday, almost 2.5 million New Yorkers will have their state criminal records automatically sealed under the Clean Slate Act.
New York’s Clean Slate Act: What it means for locals
New York State's Clean Slate Act is now in effect. The act automatically seals certain criminal records after a required waiting period, with exceptions for people applying to work in law enforcement and work with vulnerable populations.
Clean Slate Law takes effect; what it means for those with criminal convictions
A new state law took effect over the weekend in New York that wipes criminal records clean for millions of people.Under the Clean Slate Law, misdemeanors get sealed three years after sentencing and felonies after eight years.
New York’s Clean Slate Act gives millions a second chance
New York’s Clean Slate Act is now in effect, sealing certain criminal records automatically after a waiting period. This change enables individuals previously incarcerated to seek housing, jobs, and education without the stigma of a record.
Local leaders and advocates discuss impact of New York's new Clean Slate Law
“People who have been traditionally disenfranchised, locked out of certain opportunities, from housing to unemployment,” said Thomas Gant, Community Organizer for the Center for Community Alternatives. “Now, they can do some of this great work and participate."
New York's Clean Slate Act seals criminal records for those who stay out of trouble
A new state law​ wipes criminal records clean for millions of people in New York. Supporters say it will fill jobs and help the economy, but not everybody thinks it's a good idea. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Clean slate: Some NY criminal records to be sealed this weekend
New Yorkers with criminal histories who have stayed out of trouble will have their records sealed beginning this weekend. It will happen because of a new law known as the Clean Slate Act. Criminal justice reform advocates pushed for the law to help people turning their lives around with employment and
New York state's Clean Slate Act goes into effect today. Here's what it means.
Starting Saturday, almost 2.5 million New Yorkers will have their state criminal records automatically sealed under the Clean Slate Act.
Clean Slate Act law goes into effect in New York, sealing certain criminal conviction records
Under the new law, certain criminal conviction records will be sealed to allow people to have access to housing, education and jobs, with exceptions for law enforcement and work with vulnerable populations.
La-Meik Taylor finds new beginnings through NY's Clean Slate Act
Starting Saturday New York Courts will start the process of sealing records for criminals with felonies and misdemeanors under the Clean Slate Act.
Rochester community introduced to Clean Slate Act changes
Officially taking effect over the weekend, New York’s Clean Slate Act is now implemented into practice. It began Saturday, ...
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Clean Slate Act could expand access to health benefits for people with past convictions
The state's Clean Slate Act went into effect on Saturday, beginning the process of sealing the criminal records of 2.3 ...
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Local attorney details the nuances of New York's newly enacted Clean Slate Law
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — A local attorney explained New York's Clean Slate Law, which took effect Saturday. New York is now ...