Georgia has 4.2 million residents with criminal records, according to officials.
in the Georgia House of Representatives last year and re-introduced it this month, with the support of various district attorney offices, prison reform advocates and other groups.
"I've heard from many people who say it's happening to their brother or it's happening to their father or it's happening to their wife," Ballinger said."Having a criminal conviction means you made a mistake. It shouldn't prohibit you from getting gainful employment."lost on average $36,000 in wages People who were convicted of misdemeanors would have to wait at least three years after their release, while those who were convicted of felonies would have to wait at least five years, according to the bill's current language.
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