Alabama Notification of Right to Request for Sealing Destruction of Records is a form that a person must fill out to request for the sealing or destruction of records related to an arrest or conviction. It is an official document issued by the Alabama Department of Public Safety (DPS) and is necessary for the sealing or destruction of any criminal records in the state. There are two types of Alabama Notification of Right to Request for Sealing Destruction of Records: one for sealing and one for destruction. The sealing of criminal records involves the court sealing the records of an arrest or conviction so that they cannot be accessed by the public. This process allows for the records to be sealed and not seen by employers, landlords, or other entities who may use the information for screening purposes. The destruction of criminal records involves the court erasing all records related to an arrest or conviction. This process is more permanent than sealing the records, as the records are completely destroyed and cannot be accessed by anyone. Both forms of Alabama Notification of Right to Request for Sealing Destruction of Records must be completed and submitted to the Alabama Department of Public Safety for consideration. In order to be approved, the petitioner must provide evidence of rehabilitation and meet certain criteria. Once approved, the records will be sealed or destroyed, depending on the type of form that was submitted.