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How to Expunge or Seal a Criminal Record: A General Guide

Expungement erases a criminal record while sealing hides it from public view, and both can improve access to jobs and housing. Eligibility and process vary widely by state, but you typically confirm your offense qualifies, wait out any required period, file a petition, and let a judge decide. Some states now clear records automatically.

July 12, 2026Read

Record Clearing in Virginia: What the Law Actually Provides in 2026

Virginia record relief is governed by Code of Virginia 19.2-392.2 (expungement of non-conviction records) and 19.2-392.6 through 19.2-392.16 (sealing). The 2021 reform enacted both automatic and petition-based pathways with rolling implementation by the Virginia State Police. This post breaks down what the statute provides, who carries the rollout, and the common misreads that send petitioners off track.

June 10, 2026Read