Seven years ago I was arrested in California. Now I need my record cleared so I can get a job. How can I do this?

To begin the process of cleaning up your criminal record, you need to know the details of your conviction. This is because certain details will determine whether or not you are eligible for clearing your record. Specifics such as whether you received probation, paid court ordered fines, and how long ago you were convicted are relevant.

Depending on your individual situation, you may be eligible for a dismissal of your conviction. If granted, your record will show a dismissal rather than a conviction.

Get a copy of your criminal record. You can obtain a copy from the Superior Court where you were convicted or from the California State Department of Justice.

After you obtain a copy of your criminal record, contact the clerk of the Superior Court in the county where you were convicted and ask for the petition form for requesting a dismissal.