Reviewed by Paul Hecht, California Expungement Attorney | Last Updated: July 2026 Expungement and record sealing are two separate legal processes in California with different outcomes. Expungement under Penal Code § 1203.4 dismisses a conviction after probation is completed. Record … Continue reading
Expungement vs. Record Sealing in California: What Is the Difference?
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How Much Does Expungement Cost in California — and How Long Does It Take?
Reviewed by Paul Hecht, California Expungement Attorney | Last Updated: July 2026 The cost of expungement in California depends on court filing fees, case complexity, and whether you hire an attorney. Court filing fees alone are typically low to moderate … Continue reading
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Can You Clear Your Criminal Record in California?
Reviewed by Paul Hecht, California Expungement Attorney | Last Updated: July 2026 Yes. Under California Penal Code § 1203.4, most people who completed probation and met all sentencing requirements may petition the court to dismiss their conviction. Expungement does not … Continue reading
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Arizona Expands Record Clearing Relief
On July 9, 2021, Arizona passed Senate Bill 1294, which would permit an individual to have his or her felony or misdemeanor arrest, conviction, and sentencing records sealed by the court. Record sealing is when a court seals or destroys records that would otherwise be publicly accessible to employers, landlords, and licensing agencies. Continue reading
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Easier Path to Expungement Opened in Oregon
Recent Oregon legislation has made Oregons expungement process faster, easier, and more accessible to people in the state of Oregon. Oregon Senate Bill 397 was signed by Governor Kate Brown, and became effective law January 1, 2022. Continue reading
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