A 4258 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Revises law concerning vacating court orders to expunge criminal records.

This bill revises New Jersey law to allow courts to vacate (cancel) expungement orders for criminal records at any time, not just within five years as previously required. It directly affects individuals who had criminal records expunged, as courts can now reconsider those orders if "good cause" exists - such as new convictions after expungement, changes in circumstances, or eligibility errors. Key mechanisms include expanding the grounds for vacating orders beyond undisclosed prior charges and adding procedural steps: petitions must include proof of service, objections must be filed within 60 days, and courts must rule within 120 days. The changes aim to provide flexibility for courts while ensuring due process for affected individuals.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 19, 2026 Last action Feb 19, 2026
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