Relief paths
What kind of record help do you need?
We help Californians pursue several forms of record relief. True expungement does not exist in California, so we focus on the options that may actually apply to your case.
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The free 2-minute review reads your conviction type, county, and timeline, then points you to the paths that may fit — before you pay anything.
01
Misdemeanor Dismissal
- Who it’s for
- People with eligible misdemeanor convictions who have completed probation.
- What it can help with
- Petition to dismiss eligible misdemeanors under California Penal Code 1203.4.
- What it cannot guarantee
- Cannot guarantee approval; the court decides based on your case and eligibility.
- Which plan usually fits
- DIY Kit for straightforward cases; Expert Review if you are unsure.
02
DUI Record Relief
- Who it’s for
- People with an eligible DUI conviction seeking to limit its impact.
- What it can help with
- Prepare a petition to dismiss an eligible DUI and understand what relief does and does not do.
- What it cannot guarantee
- A dismissed DUI may still be usable as a prior in some circumstances and visible to certain agencies.
- Which plan usually fits
- DIY Kit or Expert Review depending on complexity.
03
Felony Reduction
- Who it’s for
- People with certain "wobbler" felony convictions who may qualify for reduction.
- What it can help with
- Petition to reduce an eligible felony to a misdemeanor under Penal Code 17(b), often before dismissal.
- What it cannot guarantee
- Not all felonies are eligible; eligibility depends on the offense and your record.
- Which plan usually fits
- Expert Review or Full Service for complex cases.
04
Arrest Record Sealing
- Who it’s for
- People arrested without a conviction who want the arrest sealed.
- What it can help with
- Petition to seal an arrest record under Penal Code 851.91 where eligible.
- What it cannot guarantee
- Sealed records can still be accessed by some government agencies and for certain purposes.
- Which plan usually fits
- DIY Kit or Expert Review.