Clean Slate Connecticut
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Archived: 2026-04-23 17:17
Clean Slate Connecticut
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Erase your criminal history and get a fresh start for justice
It’s time to wipe the slate clean. Social justice, equity, and a fair shot at building a future matter in Connecticut. That’s why we’ve passed the Clean Slate bill for old and low-level criminal convictions. We also passed the Cannabis erasure laws to help wipe away criminal histories now that adult-use Cannabis is legal.
Your future doesn’t have to be limited because of mistakes made years or even decades ago.
UPDATE:
Clean Slate erasures have now resumed after months of delay due to aging data systems and inaccurate data quality. DESPP is continuing to closely monitor the system to ensure that everyone eligible for an erasure receives one. Approximately 50,000 people have now had their records partially or completely erased and in coming weeks we expect to have erasures for more than 100,000 people.
How a conviction is erased
What to expect and when
Automated record clearing
The new Clean Slate and Cannabis erasure programs will automatically erase certain types of convictions beginning in 2023. Other cases will require a petition process.
About the program
Connecticut's tech investment
Connecticut has invested more than $5 million to automate our systems. We’ve started rolling out both programs with the help of groups across the state.
Read about bills and timelines
Review your criminal record
Wondering how to review your criminal record? You can see an overview of cases that haven’t been erased yet and search for your convictions using your name or case number.
Visit the judicial branch website
Social impact
These laws are an important step to make sure Connecticut citizens aren’t punished beyond their sentences and can live full, productive lives. The laws will reduce crime by encouraging full reintegration into society.
Nearly a third of the population has a criminal record
.
Studies show that people with old and minor convictions are unlikely to commit future crimes. Old convictions also unfairly target minority populations. In Connecticut, Black individuals are 9.4 times more likely to be incarcerated, creating economic inequality and a greater social divide.
Clean Slate will boost local economies and create job opportunities for thousands of residents.
NOTE: None of the information on this website should be considered legal advice. All information and materials provided are intended for informational purposes only.
Clean Slate
450 Columbus Blvd.
Hartford, CT 06103
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Erase your criminal history and get a fresh start for justice
It’s time to wipe the slate clean. Social justice, equity, and a fair shot at building a future matter in Connecticut. That’s why we’ve passed the Clean Slate bill for old and low-level criminal convictions. We also passed the Cannabis erasure laws to help wipe away criminal histories now that adult-use Cannabis is legal.
Your future doesn’t have to be limited because of mistakes made years or even decades ago.
UPDATE:
Clean Slate erasures have now resumed after months of delay due to aging data systems and inaccurate data quality. DESPP is continuing to closely monitor the system to ensure that everyone eligible for an erasure receives one. Approximately 50,000 people have now had their records partially or completely erased and in coming weeks we expect to have erasures for more than 100,000 people.
How a conviction is erased
What to expect and when
Automated record clearing
The new Clean Slate and Cannabis erasure programs will automatically erase certain types of convictions beginning in 2023. Other cases will require a petition process.
About the program
Connecticut's tech investment
Connecticut has invested more than $5 million to automate our systems. We’ve started rolling out both programs with the help of groups across the state.
Read about bills and timelines
Review your criminal record
Wondering how to review your criminal record? You can see an overview of cases that haven’t been erased yet and search for your convictions using your name or case number.
Visit the judicial branch website
Social impact
These laws are an important step to make sure Connecticut citizens aren’t punished beyond their sentences and can live full, productive lives. The laws will reduce crime by encouraging full reintegration into society.
Nearly a third of the population has a criminal record
.
Studies show that people with old and minor convictions are unlikely to commit future crimes. Old convictions also unfairly target minority populations. In Connecticut, Black individuals are 9.4 times more likely to be incarcerated, creating economic inequality and a greater social divide.
Clean Slate will boost local economies and create job opportunities for thousands of residents.
NOTE: None of the information on this website should be considered legal advice. All information and materials provided are intended for informational purposes only.
Clean Slate
450 Columbus Blvd.
Hartford, CT 06103