The state legislature recently expanded Michigan’s expungement laws, making thousands of Michiganders eligible for removing certain offenses from the public record. We know that criminal charges can make access to employment, housing, and education significantly harder. Shown are two flyers that can be printed out and shared within your communities. Furthermore, the expungement of records in Washtenaw County is free due to generous grants from the Legal Services of South Central Michigan, Michigan Works!, and other county partners.
The Prosecutor’s office has started a new chapter and is working towards making Washtenaw County a more equitable and just place. Since January, they have issued several policy directives and created programs promoting equity, fairness, and public safety. Their office wants to collectively create policies and programs that center the community’s rights in office initiatives.