Illinois Governor (and Possible Presidential Candidate) JB Pritzker Signs Law Sealing Criminal Records to Protect Illegals from Deportation by the Feds

And also, as many people observe, to stop people from immediately looking up the criminal histories of the next scumbag to kill an innocent citizen. No more "arrested 58 times previously" headlines in Illinois.

They won't stop crime. In fact, they'll promote it.

But they will stop you from noticing crime.

Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker

Jan 16

Today, we're empowering those seeking a second chance.

With my signature, Illinois will create an automatic process to seal the criminal records of those convicted of non-violent crimes.

We're opening up opportunities for those re-entering society to live healthy, stable lives.

Grok:

Illinois Governor Signs Clean Slate Act to Seal Nonviolent Records Last updated

Jan 18

Governor JB Pritzker signed the bipartisan Clean Slate Act on January 16, automating the sealing of nonviolent criminal records for about 1.7 to 2.2 million eligible residents. It covers misdemeanors after two years, certain felonies after three or more, and petty offenses twice yearly, while excluding serious crimes like murder, sex offenses, and DUIs--law enforcement keeps full access. Supporters like Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth call it justice and redemption, citing higher wages and lower recidivism; critics including Republican lawmakers argue it protects repeat offenders and burdens background checks. The law phases in from June 1, 2026, with a task force monitoring impacts through 2034.

Simulator di tutti i Simulatori @fleshsimulator

Jan 18

Well, I suppose that's ONE way to prevent news stories about someone with fifty prior arrests cutting an old lady in half with a sawzall on the subway or whatever

wanye @xwanyex

Jan 17

There are so many things you can spend your time on, things to be motivated by, things that worry you, that bother you, that keep you up at night. And for progressives it just couldn't be clearer that near the top of that list is making life better and easier for criminals.

@amuse @amuse

Jan 17

LAWFARE: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's signed of the Clean Slate Act sealing criminal records like theft, drug possession, and disorderly conduct to protect illegal criminals including MS-13 and TdA gang members from deportation.

wanye @xwanyex

Jan 17

There are so many things you can spend your time on, things to be motivated by, things that worry you, that bother you, that keep you up at night. And for progressives it just couldn't be clearer that near the top of that list is making life better and easier for criminals.

Offenses like property crimes and narcotics charges will be wiped from records -- and taxpayers are told to trust the system

@amuse
@amuse

Jan 17

LAWFARE: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's signed of the Clean Slate Act sealing criminal records like theft, drug possession, and disorderly conduct to protect illegal criminals including MS-13 and TdA gang members from deportation.

Of course, employers will no longer be able to discover if applicants are career thieves and drug abusters.

Commissioner Sean Morrison @SeanMMorrison

Jan 17

JB Pritzker and Illinois Democrats passed laws allowing millions of criminal convictions to be sealed.

This isn't "reform" it's protecting criminals over citizens.

The result?
• Employers can't fully vet who they hire
• Landlords can't properly screen renters
• Businesses can't assess real risk
• Citizens lose basic transparency and protection from scammers

Public safety depends on truth and accountability, not hiding criminal histories to satisfy ideological talking points.

Once again, Illinois democrats puts ideology first, and everyday citizens pay the price.

posted by Ace at 02:30 PM

| Access Comments