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    Long list of sentences/disposals and how long it takes for them to become spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

    Aim of this page

    This page sets out the rehabilitation periods for current sentences and disposals as well as some historic sentences/disposals.

    It’s part of our information on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

    Why is this important?

    When changes were made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act in October 2023, the time it took for some sentences and disposals to become spent changed.

    It’s important to know if, and when, your conviction becomes spent before you start applying for jobs, purchasing financial products etc so that you only disclose what you are legally required to.

    A-Z of current sentences/disposals

    Below is a long list of current sentences and disposals, with the length of time they take to become spent (known as the ‘rehabilitation period’).

    This list adds to the detailed guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, which should be read alongside this list.

    Please also read the notes that are below the table.

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