Frequently Asked Questions
What an Expungement Can and Cannot Do
- Creates a new court entry reflecting dismissal of the case.
- Allows many private job applications to be answered as though you have not been convicted (with important exceptions).
- May limit use of the conviction to impeach you as a witness in many situations.
- For certain felonies, can be an important first step toward a pardon.
- It does not erase your DOJ/FBI criminal history (“rap sheet”); it shows the conviction and later dismissal.
- It does not automatically restore firearm rights if they were lost (separate rules may apply).
- It does not automatically end sex-offender registration obligations; other relief may be required where eligible.
- It does not allow omission on applications for government-issued licenses, permits, or security clearances.
- It does not seal the court file from public view in most cases.
- It does not prevent the conviction from being used as a prior/strike where legally permitted.
- It does not control immigration consequences; consult an immigration attorney when applicable.
Common Questions
Timing varies by county, court calendar, and complexity. Many matters are resolved within a few months, but some take longer depending on record retrieval and court scheduling.
In many cases, sealed or dismissed records no longer show up in background checks.
Often, we can handle filings on your behalf without requiring you to attend. We will handle the petition without much of your involvement.
Eligibility depends on the disposition, probation status, and the specific offense. Use the Check If You Qualify form for a confidential review.
Expungement changes the court record to reflect a dismissal, which can improve how the record appears and is evaluated. Some databases may still show the arrest/conviction with the dismissal noted.
Yes. Depending on the facts, you may qualify for record sealing or other relief for arrests and dismissed cases. Submit a review request so we can evaluate the best path.
Yes. Start with a confidential review request and we will confirm eligibility, scope, and next steps.
- Freedom From Supervision
- Financial Relief
- Improved Employment Opportunities
- Faster Path to Record Relief
- Travel Restriction Lifted Earlier
Timing varies depending on the court and individual case. Some cases move faster than others.
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