Men and women who have been convicted of a crime and have severed their sentences, including probation and parole, are still burdened with perpetual punishment. No matter how long ago, a past conviction can prevent a person from being hired, finding employment, or obtaining loans. Expungement removes this obstacle, but it applies to a limited number of people and can be expensive. Missouri Senate Bill 61 seeks to expand eligibility and make the expungement process easier.

Latrel and Tracy Stanton, organizers from EXPO St. Louis, lead this discussion on Senate Bill 61. They talk with Johnny Waller, who current expungement laws have impacted, Martin Hutchins of Arch City Defenders, and Senator Brian Willams, the sponsor of Senate Bill 61.

https://www.senate.mo.gov/21info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=54105450

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