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New Yorkers who complete their sentences and stay out of trouble for a certain period of time will have their criminal records automatically sealed under a long awaited bill signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday.
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The measure would seal some people’s criminal records so they have a better chance of getting a job or finding housing.
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New Yorkers who commit crimes could have their records automatically sealed if they stay out of trouble for a certain number of years after they have finished serving their sentences under a bill passed by state lawmakers Friday.
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The bill would expunge criminal records for people convicted of some crimes in order to help them get jobs and housing once they’ve served their sentence.
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Criminal justice advocates are gearing up for the new legislative session, where they hope to convince state lawmakers to enact more reforms.
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As the New York State Legislature’s session draws to a close, lawmakers are considering several criminal justice changes, including what’s known as the…