Get Expungement Form - Shasta County

You cannot submit them online though. You will need to print and mail them. If you have determined you are eligible for expungement, click below to fill out forms to expunge your record.

The quickest and easiest way to find out if you qualify for a record expungement is to take this free online expungement eligibility test or call (877) 573-7273 for a free phone consultation. The process by which to expunge a criminal record varies from state to state.

Expungement eligibility usually depends on a number of factors, including: The amount of time that has passed since the arrest or conviction; The severity and nature of the event for which expungement is sought (i.e. a conviction for a sex offense may lead to a denial of expungement);

While juvenile offenses are more easily expunged, there are strict limits on what adult charges can be expunged. Because of this complexity rather than the process itself, which is reasonably straightforward it is possible to file for expungement without using a lawyer, but it might not be the greatest idea.

To file for an expungement based on a finding of Not Criminally Responsible, you must wait until 3 years have passed since the finding. If you were found guilty of one of the expungeable crimes, you must wait 3 years. Certain convictions can be expunged.

The cost of filing an expungement petition in court varies from state to state and sometimes from county to county. The filing fee can be expensive, costing several hundred dollars. Some states allow the court to waive or reduce the fee if the petitioner can demonstrate financial hardship.

An attorney is not required for you to file a petition for expungement. However, it may be useful to consult with an attorney if you have questions about your situation.

You cannot submit them online though. You will need to print and mail them. If you have determined you are eligible for expungement, click below to fill out forms to expunge your record.

1. An Explanation of California Expungement Law. An expungement is a form of post-conviction relief authorized by California Penal Code 1203.4 PC. It releases an individual from all penalties and disabilities arising out of a conviction.

To do this, file a PC 1203.4 petition for expungement. You were convicted of a felony and are still on probation you may request early release from probation and file a petition to have your conviction reduced to misdemeanor and dismissed. To do this, file a PC 1203.3 petition to have probation terminated early.