"Michigan's Clean Slate Law Clears Criminal Records for 1 Million Residents"
Michigan's "clean slate" law automatically erased old convictions for over a million people with non-violent criminal records, allowing them to have a fresh start without the stigma of past convictions. The law, which took effect on April 11, 2022, is part of a broader legal reform effort aimed at reducing barriers to employment and housing for people with criminal records.