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Reclaim Your Future Starting Today
You can start the process of having your records cleared by completing our online intake form. We will review your response and get back to you within X days with next steps. The process usually takes X start to finish.
Contact usOverview
A past arrest or conviction shouldn’t hold you back from building the life you want. Our Clean Slate Program helps you clear your record and open up new opportunities for housing, employment, education, and more. Our experienced team works with individuals who have arrests, convictions, or juvenile adjudications in Contra Costa County. We’ll guide you through the legal process and fight for the clean slate you deserve.
2500+
individuals assisted with record clearance services in the past year
2000+
successful post conviction relief outcomes, including expungements and felony reductions to misdemeanors
The CCPD Difference
As a holistic defense provider, Contra Costa Public Defenders offers all our clients with a suite of support from social workers to investigators, and community-based resources. Learn more...
Our Services
Our attorneys and legal assistants guide you through every step of the process. We will:
- Evaluate your eligibility for different types of record clearance relief
- Prepare and file petitions with the court on your behalf
- Represent you in court, if a hearing is required
- Answer your questions about your rights after a conviction
- Support you through the process, making sure you understand your options and what to expect
Events
Clear your record
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FAQ
Am I eligible?
If you have an arrest, conviction, or juvenile record from Contra Costa County, you may qualify for record clearance. Eligibility depends on the type of record, how much time has passed, and whether you’ve completed probation or parole.
We offer assistance with:
- Dismissal of Conviction (Expungement)
- Reducing a Felony to a Misdemeanor
- Certificate of Rehabilitations
- Sealing Arrest Records
- Sealing Drug Diversion records
- Removal from the Sex Offender registry (PC 290)
- Sealing Juvenile Records
- Legal advice about voting and jury survive rights after a conviction
Am I eligible?
If you have an arrest, conviction, or juvenile record from Contra Costa County, you may qualify for record clearance. Eligibility depends on the type of record, how much time has passed, and whether you’ve completed probation or parole.
We offer assistance with:
- Dismissal of Conviction (Expungement)
- Reducing a Felony to a Misdemeanor
- Certificate of Rehabilitations
- Sealing Arrest Records
- Sealing Drug Diversion records
- Removal from the Sex Offender registry (PC 290)
- Sealing Juvenile Records
- Legal advice about voting and jury survive rights after a conviction
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Get Started
Intake FormTo get started with the Clean Slate Program, please fill out our intake form. Once submitted, we will keep you informed every step of the way. Please be patient as the process can take several months depending on your case and the court’s availability. We are committed to helping you move forward with confidence and dignity.
Clean Slate Team
If you’ve already submitted a form and want to check the status of your application or have questions, please email us.
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