A 2021 law allowing Virginians with certain past felony convictions to have their criminal records sealed will take effect July 1. Lawmakers and advocates say this will allow former felons without new convictions to expand their housing and employment options. virginiamercury.com/2026/06/11/s...
The “Clean Slate law” means that when hiring managers and landlords run background checks, they won’t be able to see some felony and misdemeanor convictions should a person not have new convictions…