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The Clean Slate Act (CPL 160.57) will automatically seal an individual’s New York State criminal records.
The law takes effect on November 16, 2024.
Within three (3) years, the office of court administration will seal eligible convictions entered before the effective date.
Eligible Convictions:
Convictions under New York state law are eligible for sealing, EXCEPT:
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If you want to apply for SNAP benefits in Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, or Wayne County, you may contact the Nutrition Outreach and Education Program Coordinator (NOEP) at Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc. at:
Monroe County: 585-325-2520
Ontario, Seneca, or Wayne County: 315-781-1465.
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Can my partner with me if I receive public assistance?
Your local Department of Social Services (DSS) cannot restrict who lives with you. However, who you live with may affect the amount of benefits that you receive.
For example, if you are married and your partner lives with you, you both must apply for public assistance. If either of you has income, it will be counted against both of you. The same is true for parents and children under age 21.
If your local Department of Social Services (DSS) believes that you may have a problem with drug and or alcohol abuse, they can refer you for an evaluation. Depending on the county you live in, either someone from DSS may do your evaluation or DSS may send you to a substance abuse treatment provider office for an evaluation. If you refuse to go, your application for benefits will be denied. If you are already receiving benefits and you refuse to go, your benefits can be stopped.
When Can I Request a Fair Hearing?
In most cases, the Department of Social Services (DSS) does something you do not agree with, you have the right to request a fair hearing. Requesting a fair hearing allows you to challenge the decision and explain why you disagree to an administrative law judge or hearing officer.
For example, you might ask for a fair hearing if your application is denied or if your benefits are being cut off. You might also ask for a hearing if the amount of benefits you receive is being decreased.
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How common are mistakes on RAP sheets?
RAP sheets often contain mistakes. If you have a copy of your RAP sheet and see one or more mistakes, you can get those mistakes fixed. This article will explain how to fix mistakes on your RAP sheet.
Common mistakes on RAP sheets include:
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Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)
The Clean Slate Act (CPL 160.57) will automatically seal an individual’s New York State criminal records.
The law takes effect on November 16, 2024.
Within three (3) years, the office of court administration will seal eligible convictions entered before the effective date.
Eligible Convictions:
Convictions under New York state law are eligible for sealing, EXCEPT:
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)
If you want to apply for SNAP benefits in Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, or Wayne County, you may contact the Nutrition Outreach and Education Program Coordinator (NOEP) at Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc. at:
Monroe County: 585-325-2520
Ontario, Seneca, or Wayne County: 315-781-1465.
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)
Can my partner with me if I receive public assistance?
Your local Department of Social Services (DSS) cannot restrict who lives with you. However, who you live with may affect the amount of benefits that you receive.
For example, if you are married and your partner lives with you, you both must apply for public assistance. If either of you has income, it will be counted against both of you. The same is true for parents and children under age 21.
If your local Department of Social Services (DSS) believes that you may have a problem with drug and or alcohol abuse, they can refer you for an evaluation. Depending on the county you live in, either someone from DSS may do your evaluation or DSS may send you to a substance abuse treatment provider office for an evaluation. If you refuse to go, your application for benefits will be denied. If you are already receiving benefits and you refuse to go, your benefits can be stopped.
When Can I Request a Fair Hearing?
In most cases, the Department of Social Services (DSS) does something you do not agree with, you have the right to request a fair hearing. Requesting a fair hearing allows you to challenge the decision and explain why you disagree to an administrative law judge or hearing officer.
For example, you might ask for a fair hearing if your application is denied or if your benefits are being cut off. You might also ask for a hearing if the amount of benefits you receive is being decreased.
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)
How common are mistakes on RAP sheets?
RAP sheets often contain mistakes. If you have a copy of your RAP sheet and see one or more mistakes, you can get those mistakes fixed. This article will explain how to fix mistakes on your RAP sheet.
Common mistakes on RAP sheets include:
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