Lexington mayor Linda Gorton announced plans for the next Clean Slate Lexington Expungement Clinic and Job Fair.
The event scheduled for April 24th at Central Bank Center will offer residents the possibility of expunging qualifying misdemeanors and felonies from their criminal records.
Rob Johns is the executive director of Legal Aid of the Bluegrass. He said that everyone deserves a second chance.
“The expungement of criminal records can provide that second chance for folks to have opportunities for better jobs, housing, and education. This benefits the person, their families, and their communities.”
Daniel Goyette is a branch manager for Kentucky Corrections Reentry Services. He said removing these crimes from their records does more than help them return to the workforce.
“As well as obtain opportunities such as financial assistance, education assistance, and housing assistance, as well as other barriers that people face with a criminal conviction on their record.”
Officials say getting people released from incarceration into a stable situation drastically helps reduce rates of recidivism.
Registration and a background check are required for anyone interested in participating in the Clean Slate Expungement Clinic and Job Fair. Those planning to attend the clinic are encouraged to register in advance, but walk-ins are also encouraged.
The expungement clinic will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, April 24, at Central Bank Center. Find details and register online.
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