How can I get my criminal record expunged?
Answer
See this information on the Courts’ website about expunging criminal records: Criminal Expungement FAQs - Minnesota Judicial Branch.
Here are the forms that you would need to print and file to start a criminal expungement case in Minnesota District Court: Forms Packet: Expungement (Sealing) of a Criminal Record.
For more information see our Expungement guide, which includes links to Minnesota statutes governing the expungement process, and as well a Criminal Expungement video.
You may be eligible for legal help in getting your records expunged. For instance, the Minnesota Attorney General has a program where you can apply to have your criminal record sealed. See this page for information and how to apply: HelpSealMyRecord.org: Sealing Criminal Records to Enhance Justice.
The Volunteer Lawyers Network (VLN) also offers clinics and consultations to assist with criminal expungement. You can call them at 612-752-6677 to see if you qualify for their expungement services.
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