California Megan's Law Website Removal Frequently Asked Questions

Will the conviction still appear on my background check?

Yes. However, your information and the information about conviction will be removed from the website.

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Is it still a conviction?

Yes. It is still a conviction; however, your personal information and the case information is removed from the website.

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Do I need to hire an attorney or can I do it myself?

You have an attorney to (1) make sure it is done right the first time so it does not get rejected or cost you months of delay (2) handle objections from the district attorney and (3) write letters to potential employers letting them know that the case has been reopened and will soon have the conviction off of your record.

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Who do you file with?

The petition and supporting evidence is filed with the California Department of Justice and not the court.

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How long does the process take?

Typically, the case takes about four to five months.

We base our estimates of how long a case will take on how long the average is for that service in that state. However, some cases can take less or more time depending on the facts of the case, whether the DA is agreeing or objecting, the age of the case, etc. We work on your case as fast as we can and assist the court and DA in anything they need to get your case heard.

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Can it be done faster?

The California Department of Justice works on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, the sooner you sign up, the sooner it is heard and decided. If it helps, we would be glad to write your employer or potential employer a letter letting them know we have reopened the case and are in the process of having it removed from the website.

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How do I know what is going on with my case?

We have an online tracking system that is just for your case or cases. You will have a user name and password for the account and it will have the information specific to the case. Whenever anything happens in your case we post it in your online account so that you can view the status of the case and the progress that is made. If there is no post on your online account then that means that there is no update in the case. For example, once we update your online account to reflect that we have filed the motion with the court we will update the notes when we hear a response from the court or District Attorney. Depending on the court, it can take several weeks to months to hear from the court or District Attorney whether there is an objection, hearing, or anything else. If something is taking longer than usual for the court we will call to obtain status of the case and update your online notes. In addition to posting the status updates in your online account, we will post your case information in the case information section so you are aware of the case and future hearings.

Moreover, we post your contract and payment plan information on the online account for you so that you can view all the information and print it.

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Does it matter if I pled guilty or no contest?

No, it does not matter. We can petition regardless of what you pled as long as you meet all the other requirements.

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What are the details of the guarantee?

We are unable to offer a money back guarantee because the process involves a substantial amount of preparation and sometimes several appearances in court by our attorneys. We cannot afford to offer this low of a price and a money back guarantee.

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Do you have payment plans?

We can create a payment plan that meets your needs. Please view the pricing for details regarding the payment plans.

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What is the main reason that a request to be removed is denied?

If it is denied, it is usually because of an inaccuracy in the records or an inaccuracy in the application.

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What if my case is denied?

If the case is denied, we evaluate the reason for the denial and determine the best way to proceed and if an appeal is possible.

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Will it relieve me of the requirement to register?

No. You will still have to register as a sex offender but your information will be removed from the website.

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If my case is expunged can I be removed from the Megan's Law Website?

No, expungement does not relieve a person from the requirement.

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What will happen after the California Department of Justice grants my petition to be removed from the Megan's Law Website?

The Department of Justice will update their records and the website so that you are not on it.

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How long does it take for the records to be updated?

Typically, the Department of Justice takes a few weeks to 30 days to update their records.

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How does the attorney know about my case details?

Once you sign up we have you fill out a questionnaire on your personal online account. The questionnaire asks questions that influence the outcome of the case and allows us to argue the case before a judge. Although some of the questions may seem simple, the more information and detail that you provide in your answers the better we are able to argue the case in your favor.

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