This section explains criminal records and ways to improve them.
Expunging or Sealing an Adult Criminal Record
Depending on the crime and your progress in your sentencing, you may be able to seal arrest or conviction records.
Sealing Juvenile Court Records
Former juvenile offenders may be able to get a fresh start of sorts by filing a petition in court seeking expungement or sealing of their juvenile records.
Can I Check out Another Person's Criminal Record?
Most criminal records are public records. Learn where and how to find them and what precautions to take.
Laws Banning Gun Possession After a Criminal Conviction
Can you possess a gun after a criminal conviction? Learn about federal and state laws that ban firearm possession after a conviction.
I was arrested, but the prosecution didn't file charges. What can I do about my record?
An arrest record is a public criminal record. Learn how to lessen the impact of this criminal footprint.