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Virginia Implements New Law to Automatically Seal Minor Offenses, Opening Doors to New Opportunities
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Virginia's newly enacted 'Clean Slate' law is automatically sealing thousands of misdemeanor records, including minor offenses like trespassing and petit larceny. This legislative milestone aims to help residents move forward with their lives by removing systemic barriers to secure employment, housing, and loans.
Virginia’s newly enacted ‘Clean Slate’ law is automatically sealing thousands of misdemeanor records, including minor offenses like trespassing and petit larceny. This legislative milestone aims to help residents move forward with their lives by removing systemic barriers to secure employment, housing, and loans.