Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. a pile of buttons in which each reads: "I'm for second chances" Criminal justice reform advocates voiced opposition on Wednesday ...

Winning in court took close to five years for 39-year-old Rafael Smith after he was arrested on charges of assault and sexual battery — but even a not-guilty verdict wasn’t enough to clear his name.

A law that was meant to help North Carolinians clear their criminal records is on hold for the second year in a row. The Second Chance Law passed in 2020 and went into effect in December 2021 for a ...

Having a criminal record can prove to be a roadblock for getting a job, housing and loans. At least 2 million North Carolina residents have a criminal record, according to the NC Second Chance ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Advocates will celebrate what they’re calling a victory for justice, Friday. Gov. Roy Cooper will sign a bipartisan bill into law that deals with criminal record expungement on ...