Worth every penny. My background check is now clean and I can move forward with my career goals.
Worth every penny. My background check is now clean and I can move forward with my career goals.
Professional service from start to finish. They handled everything and kept me updated throughout the
process.
Clean Slate Docs made the entire process so simple. I finally got my record cleared after years of trying on my own.
Expungement is the legal process of asking a court to remove or seal your criminal record from public view. Once granted, most employers, landlords, and background check companies will no longer see the record.
Once expunged, your record is hidden from most employers, landlords, and background check services. Law enforcement and certain agencies may still access sealed records in limited situations (e.g., security clearance, immigration, professional licensing).
No. Most people can file on their own. Clean Slate Docs prepares and files your paperwork. A licensed attorney reviews your petition for compliance, but they do not represent you in court or provide legal advice.
Feature | Expungement | Sealing |
|---|---|---|
What it does | Erases the record as if it never happened | Hides the record from the public but does not erase it |
Who can see it | Usually no one, except some government or law enforcement agencies | Law enforcement, courts, and some employers (like schools, government, or jobs requiring security clearance) |
Public background checks | Will not show up | Will not show up |
Effect on opportunities | Strongest option for a clean slate | Very helpful, but some agencies may still see it |
Eligibility | Limited, usually only certain offenses and if all conditions are met | More flexible, often available for more offenses |
Legal effect | Treated like it never existed | Record still exists, just hidden from the public |
Yes. Expungement removes most records from employer background checks, which makes it easier to pass screenings for new jobs, promotions, or professional licenses.
In many states, yes. You may be eligible to clear multiple offenses at once, depending on the type and how long it has been. Our FREE Eligibility Check helps you see if your cases qualify.
Clean Slate Docs is a professional document preparation service that assists individuals in preparing and filing expungement petitions. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice, opinions, or representation. Our role is to ensure your paperwork is completed accurately and submitted in accordance with court requirements.
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