Public Comments: Spent Convictions

The Law Reform Commission (“the Commission”) invites stakeholders and members of the general public to comment on the issues identified in the Discussion Paper titled “Spent Convictions” and, in particular, to submit their views on the recommendations presented for discussion.

A spent conviction is a conviction that remains on the record but is sealed for most purposes, so that after the sentence and crime-free period are completed, the person is generally not required to disclose it, except where disclosure is justified by public safety or the nature of certain roles, professions, or licences.

The Discussion Paper examines options to reform the Criminal Records (Spent Convictions) Act (2018 Revision) in response to a Cabinet referral made on 3 October, 2023. The review was prompted by identified difficulties in administering the Act, anomalies within the legislation, and the need to develop a fair, efficient, and clear framework that balances rehabilitation of offenders with public protection.

The Paper may be viewed on the following websites: www.lrc.gov.ky or www.gov.ky or a copy may be collected from the Offices of the Commission.

Submissions should be forwarded no later than 27 June, 2026 to the Director of the Law Reform Commission, 5th Floor Government Administration Building, Portfolio of Legal Affairs, 133 Elgin Avenue, George Town, Grand Cayman, P.O. Box 136, Grand Cayman KY1-9000 either electronically to cilawreform@gov.ky, or in writing, by post or hand delivered.