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Arkansas House Bill HB1136

Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

Arkansas House Bill HB1136

Introduced
1/15/25  
Refer
1/15/25  

Caption

To Amend The Comprehensive Criminal Record Sealing Act Of 2013; And To Prohibit A Court From Granting A Uniform Petition When A Person Is Subject To An Active Warrant Of Arrest.

Impact

If enacted, HB1136 would directly affect individuals who are seeking to have their criminal records sealed. The implication of this amendment is significant; it creates a barrier for those who have pending felony charges or outstanding warrants. By enforcing this restriction, the bill targets individuals who may not have fully reformed their legal situations, potentially minimizing the risks associated with allowing access to sealed records for individuals with ongoing legal obligations.

Summary

House Bill 1136 aims to amend the Comprehensive Criminal Record Sealing Act of 2013 in Arkansas. The principal purpose of this legislation is to impose restrictions on individuals applying for the sealing of their criminal records. Specifically, the bill stipulates that a court shall not grant a uniform petition to seal criminal records if the individual in question is subject to an active warrant of arrest. This amendment seeks to ensure that individuals with unresolved legal issues cannot benefit from the sealing of their records until they have addressed such matters.

Contention

The discussions surrounding HB1136 could evoke varying opinions among stakeholders in the criminal justice system. Proponents argue that the bill enhances public safety by preventing individuals with active warrants from evading accountability through record sealing. Conversely, critics might contend that the policy could further disadvantage individuals who are trying to rehabilitate and reintegrate into society, particularly if they are struggling with the legal system and unable to resolve their warrants efficiently. This dynamic opens a debate about the balance between accountability and rehabilitation in criminal justice reform.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR SB495

To Create The Protect Arkansas Act; To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning Sentencing And Parole; To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning Certain Criminal Offenses; And To Create The Legislative Recidivism Reduction Task Force.

AR HB1013

To Establish A Path To Restoration Of The Right To Possess A Firearm.

AR HB1689

To Amend The Public School Funding Act Of 2003; And To Create The Comprehensive Investment In Student Achievement Act.

AR HB1320

To Amend The Law Concerning Initiative Petitions And Referendum Petitions; To Require The Attorney General To Review An Initiative Petition Or Referendum Petition Before Circulation; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SJR12

A Constitutional Amendment To Create An Implied Warranty Of Habitability And Provide Protections To Arkansas Tenants.

AR HB1797

To Create The "arkansas Red Flag Law"; And To Create An Extreme Risk Protection Order And Warrant.

AR SB458

To Amend The Public School Choice Act Of 2015; And To Amend The Eligibility Of Children Of Active Duty Uniformed Services Personnel To Participate In The Arkansas Children's Educational Freedom Account Program.

AR SB377

To Amend The Law Concerning Initiative Petitions; To Create A Misdemeanor Offense Concerning Initiative Petition Signatures; And To Establish The Definition Of And Regulate Paid Petition Blockers.

AR HB1352

To Amend The Law Concerning The Sealing Of A Record Of A Felony Conviction Of Driving Or Boating While Intoxicated.

AR HB1438

To Amend The Uniform Money Services Act.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.