An expungement is a court order that clears a record from public view. It can help with jobs. housing. school. and peace of mind. If you qualify. this is how you get your clean slate.
Expungement removes the case from public view as if it did not happen for most purposes. Sealing hides the record from the public but law enforcement and some employers can still see it. When you qualify. expungement is the cleaner result. If you do not qualify. sealing may still help.
Important. Some offenses are not eligible for expungement. For example. many states do not allow expungement of DUI convictions. In those cases sealing or other relief may be the better path.
Criminal Expungements 400 dollars
Record Sealing package 350 dollars
Court filing fees and service fees are separate. Many courts offer fee waivers for those who qualify.
| Feature | Free do it yourself forms | LegalDocuments.pro expungement 400 dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Official forms accepted by the court | ✓ | ✓ |
| Guided eligibility review and county specific steps | ✗ | ✓ |
| Petition. notices. service. and proposed order prepared | ✗ | ✓ |
| Help with fee waiver request if needed | ✗ | ✓ |
| Human review so names. dates. and case numbers match the file | ✗ | ✓ |
Note. Courts can use their discretion. Some offenses are never eligible. If expungement is not possible. sealing may still help.
Rules change. and each court follows local practice. We give you clear steps for your county and simple language that judges and clerks recognize.