Daily News | Sealing the criminal records of more former offenders is the right move for Pa. | Editorial
Still, while it represented an essential first step and a pragmatic compromise on behalf of advocates, Clean Slate didn’t include everyonenot included in the bill that created the program, including those convicted of possessing just enough marijuana to warrant a felony prosecution.
, a proposal that would allow Pennsylvania to join 37 states that offer the sealing of felony records in limited, clearly defined cases. Under Clean Slate 3.0, drug convictions would be sealed automatically, just as misdemeanors are handled today, while felony property crimes, such as theft or fraud, would be subject to a petition process. This would allow more of Pennsylvania’s returning citizens to rejoin the workforce and avoid reoffending.
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