SB174 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tom Whatley

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Expungement of criminal records, authorized for youthful offenders, Sec. 15-27-2.1 added

Summary

SB174 would let youthful offenders petition to have their criminal records expunged, with certain limits.

What This Bill Does

It creates a process for someone charged or convicted as a youthful offender to ask the circuit court's criminal division, in the county where charged, to expunge their record. It blocks expungement if the person is treated as an adult sex offender. It also requires the petitioner to meet all other existing expungement rules. The law would take effect on the first day of the third month after the Governor signs it.

Who It Affects

• Youthful offenders who want to have their criminal records expunged, subject to meeting conditions and procedures.
• Individuals who are treated as adult sex offenders under Section 15-20A-35, who would not be eligible for expungement under this bill.

Key Provisions

• Adds Section 15-27-2.1 to provide expungement of the criminal record of a youthful offender.
• Allows a youthful offender to petition the circuit court's criminal division in the county where charged to expunge the record.
• Prohibits expungement if the youthful offender is treated as an adult sex offender under Section 15-20A-35.
• Sets the effective date as the first day of the third month after the Governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Crimes and Offenses