California Expungement & Record Sealing
Clear your record. Start fresh. Take back your future.
A criminal record follows you everywhere — job applications, housing, loans, professional licenses. California law provides paths to clear or seal your record, giving you a genuine second chance. Expungement under PC 1203.4 can dismiss your conviction, while other remedies can seal arrest records entirely. Let us help you move forward.
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What You're Facing Under California Law
| Offense | Potential Penalty |
|---|---|
| PC 1203.4 Expungement | Dismisses conviction after probation completion |
| PC 17(b) Felony Reduction | Reduces felony to misdemeanor before expungement |
| PC 1203.41 (Prison Cases) | Relief for those who served state prison time |
| Certificate of Rehabilitation | Restores rights, helps with licensing boards |
| Governor's Pardon | Full restoration of rights, highest level relief |
| PC 851.91 Arrest Record Sealing | Seals arrest records when no conviction |
| Prop 47 Resentencing | Reduces eligible felonies to misdemeanors |
Penalties vary based on circumstances. Early legal intervention can significantly reduce or eliminate charges.
Long-Term Consequences
A conviction doesn't just mean jail time. It can affect every aspect of your life:
- Remove 'convicted' status from your record
- Legally answer 'no' to conviction questions on most job applications
- Improve chances for professional licensing
- Better housing application outcomes
- Restore gun rights in some cases (misdemeanors only)
- Positive impact on immigration proceedings
- Psychological benefit of a fresh start
- Record no longer appears on most background checks
How We Defend Your Case
We examine every detail to build the strongest possible defense:
- Determine eligibility for PC 1203.4 expungement
- Reduce felonies to misdemeanors under PC 17(b) first
- Petition for early termination of probation if needed
- Prepare comprehensive petition with supporting documents
- Present rehabilitation evidence to the court
- Handle DA objections and court hearings
- Pursue Certificate of Rehabilitation for serious cases
- Appeal denied petitions when grounds exist
Time Matters. Every Hour Counts.
The sooner we start building your defense, the more options we have. Evidence can disappear. Witnesses forget. Act now.
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