This video is a joint project of the Sacramento County Public Law Library and the former Voluntary Legal Services Program. It explains how to ask the court to dismiss your convictions and expunge your record.
Have your criminal record and blank forms ready before viewing the video.
Note: The forms referred to in this video have been updated since it was recorded. However, the information in the video may still be helpful for those trying to expunge their own record. Make sure you are using the most updated forms included in the Sacramento Superior Court Criminal (Expungement) Dismissal Process guide.
How to Seal Your Juvenile and Criminal Records in California KFC 1194 .Z9 S53 (Self-Help)
California Criminal Defense Practice KFC 1155 .C342 Chap. 103 Electronic Access: On the Law Library’s computers, using LexisAdvance.
California Criminal Law Procedure and Practice KFC 1155 .C35 Chap. 4 Electronic Access: On the Law Library’s computers, using OnLaw.
Samples
Petition for Dismissal (CR-180) (page 1 of 3)
Petition for Dismissal (CR-180) (page 1 of 3)
Petition for Dismissal (CR-180) (page 1 of 3)
Petition for Dimssial (CR-180) (page 2 of 3)
Petition for Dimssial (CR-180) (page 2 of 3)
Petition for Dimssial (CR-180) (page 2 of 3)
Petition for Dismissal (CR-180) (page 3 of 3)
Petition for Dismissal (CR-180) (page 3 of 3)
Petition for Dismissal (CR-180) (page 3 of 3)
Attached Declaration (MC-31)
Attached Declaration (MC-31)
Attached Declaration (MC-31)
Order for Dismissal (CR-181) (page 1 of 3)
Order for Dismissal (CR-181) (page 1 of 3)
Order for Dismissal (CR-181) (page 1 of 3)
This material is intended as general information only. Your case may have factors requiring different procedures or forms. The information and instructions are provided for use in the Sacramento County Superior Court. Please keep in mind that each court may have different requirements. If you need further assistance consult a lawyer.