This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
HOW TO FILE Request a Criminal Certificate of Disposition from the court. Complete and File the Sealing Application. Serve the District Attorney's Office. Fill Out An Affidavit of Service. File the Sealing Application. Attend Court Hearing. Confirm Sealing.
At least 10 years have passed since you were sentenced for your last conviction or since you were incarcerated (whichever is later.) Any time you spent on probation or parole counts towards these 10 years, but time you served in jail or prison does not.
Critical to employers in New York State, the Clean Slate Act prohibits employers from making any inquiry regarding automatically sealed convictions or making any adverse decision concerning an individual's employment based on automatically sealed convictions.
Instructions for writing the letters: Introduction: Write the date. First Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences): Introduce yourself to the judge. Second Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences): What are the positive character traits of the person who is trying to clear their record? ... Third Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences). Closing:
Yes. You are allowed to pursue your case “pro se,” meaning without an attorney. The court might provide the forms you need to file the petition. However, the process of expunging a criminal record can be challenging.
I am writing to formally request the expungement of my criminal conviction from YEAR for OFFENSE. I fully take responsibility for my past mistakes and deeply regret the impact they caused on others and my life.
For a misdemeanor, records will be sealed three years after conviction or release from jail. For a felony, records will be sealed eight years after conviction or release from prison. Individuals must maintain a clean record and be no longer on probation or parole in order to qualify for record sealing.
Declaration: Acknowledge the conviction and take responsibility for your actions. Circumstances: Describe the life circumstances at the time of the conviction. Steps Taken: Detail the positive steps you've taken since the conviction. Reasons for Expungement: Explain your goals and why you're applying for expungement.