Tag Seal

There are significant differences between sealing a criminal record, expunging non-conviction data, and vacating a criminal conviction. They are governed by different rules. Sealing a court record is at the discretion of a judge. Expunging non conviction history is at the discretion of the Washington State Patrol. Some criminal charges, like a DUI, cannot be vacated. It is important to talk to an experienced attorney who handles these types of issues if you need assistance. Many people want to make sure they can pass a criminal background check but don't realize it can take many steps as well as years of waiting to accomplish this task. It is not something most non-lawyers understand how to do.

Criminal Defense, DUI, General

Can Criminal History and Convictions From Kitsap County or Thurston County Be Expunged Or Vacated?

The rules that apply to requests for expungement of non-conviction history or vacating conviction data in Kitsap County or Thurston County are the same rules that apply throughout the state of Washington. Can my criminal history “disappear” or be hidden?…

Jennifer Witt
February 24, 2023

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