Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with Senate amendments and pass a bill that authorizes the expungement of felony convictions for crimes reclassified as misdemeanors in Rhode Island.

Highlights:

• Amends and redefines misdemeanors for expungement purposes and make prior felonies, subsequently reclassified as misdemeanors, eligible for expungement (Sec. 1). 

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall become effective immediately upon passage and approval by the governor (Sec. 1).

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