Virginia’s Clean Slate Law Explained | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

Virginia’s new Clean Slate law, effective July 1, lets eligible folks with criminal records quietly seal their past—automatically for minor offenses after seven years clean, or by petition for more serious charges. It’s not erasure, but a fresh start: sealed records won’t show up on most background checks, helping job seekers, landlords, and students move forward without past mistakes haunting their future. This isn’t about hiding crimes—it’s about giving people a real shot at rebuilding their lives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…