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Misdemeanor expungement
Felony expungement
Arrest record clearance
What is an expungement?
An expungement is the process by which a criminal case is reopened, the record of criminal
conviction is destroyed and then the case is closed again. You are no longer a convicted person.
However, the expungement will still be reflected on your record. So you official criminal history
(that is kept in Sacramento) will state: “set aside and dismissed” instead of “convicted.”
What types of crimes can be expunged?
ASSAULT & BATTERY
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
DRUGS CHARGES
GUN AND WEAPONS CHARGE
FELONIES
MISDEMEANORS
Am I eligible to get a expungement (dismissal of my criminal record)?
My misdemeanor or felony conviction resulted in jail time and/or probation (not prison time and parole)
YES
I am a parolee
NO
I was convicted of a Federal crime
NO
Is now a good time to file for an expungement?
- Not currently serving a sentence
- Not currently on probation or parole (for any conviction)
- Not currently charged with a crime
- Paid all fines, restitutions and fees on the case I want to have expunged
If you can answer yes, to all of these, then now is a good time to get your record expunged.
Are all convictions eligible for dismissal?
NO
Expungement eligibility chart
You might be able to file a petition to have that conviction
dismissed.
You might be able to request a probation early release and file a petition to have the conviction dismissed.
You might be able to file a petition to have that conviction
dismissed.
You might be able to file a petition to have the felony reduced o a
misdemeanor and then have that conviction
dismissed.
You might be able to file a petition to have the felony reduced o a
misdemeanor and then have that conviction
dismissed.
You might be able to file a petition for Certificate of Rehabilitation
and Pardon.
Benefits
How can an expungement benefit me?
Employment Opportunities
Your range of job options is expanded. Go ahead and apply for your dream job.
Rental Housing
Alot of homeowners and apartment complexes run background checks. Clearing your record can assist you with getting the apartment rental you desire.
Car Insurance
Did you know that if you have a DUI or other driving related offense your vehicle insurance premiums may be raised?
Passports & International Travel
Apply for your passport and begin to explore the world.
Housing Loans (Mortgages)
Buy your dream home without worrying about being rejected for criminal history.
Employment Licenses
Perhaps you were considering getting your real estate license or some other specialist license where they do a criminal background check. Alleviate your worries with an expungement.