A criminal record?”even one acquired as a juvenile?”can prevent ex-offenders from getting a job, joining the military or even attending college. But this weekend, about 2,500 ex-offenders will take the first step toward wiping their slates clean.
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A criminal record?”even one acquired as a juvenile?”can prevent ex-offenders from getting a job, joining the military or even attending college. But this weekend, about 2,500 ex-offenders will take the first step toward wiping their slates clean.