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Expungement fairs build regional momentum while helping locals move past criminal backgrounds

Brianna Kelly

August 01, 2018 |

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Response Location: United States, Ypsilanti, Michigan

Michigan Works! Southeast is an organization that, among other things, is helping Michigan residents with criminal records get those records expunged in order to increase their job opportunities in the future. By simplifying this process, participants save money and time, making these fairs a more accessible option than using a lawyer. So far, two expungement fairs have been held that have attracted about 50 people, but there is talk of expanding to a statewide program.

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