Memphis-Shelby County’s Juvenile Court clerk will soon accept more forms of identification for record expungements

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Memphis-Shelby County’s Juvenile Court clerk will soon accept more forms of identification for record expungements

Photo illustration by Andrea Morales for MLK50 Having a juvenile record can make it difficult to access jobs, housing and other opportunities later in life. While state law prevents bigger changes, Memphis-Shelby County’s Juvenile Court clerk is working to make the expungement process a bit easier. Starting March 1, the court will accept new forms of identification from young people looking for a fresh start.  In the past, the court clerk has re…