Digital Legal Kit

California Record Sealing & PC 1203.4 Dismissal

Official court petitions, sworn declarations, and step-by-step filing instructions pursuant to the California Penal Code.

What's Included in the Box

  • PC 1203.4 Dismissal Petition: Official CR-180 and CR-181 Judicial Council forms required to dismiss eligible convictions.
  • Arrest Record Sealing (PC 851.87): Complete forms and declarations to seal arrest records that did not result in a conviction.
  • Fee Waiver Application: Official FW-001 and FW-003 forms to request a waiver of the Superior Court filing fees if you qualify financially.
  • Certificate of Rehabilitation: Initial documents to begin the direct petition process to the Superior Court for a Pardon.

Eligibility & Filing Guide

Statutory Requirements
Our guide outlines the exact requirements mandated by California law, including the absolute necessity of completing all terms of your probation before a PC 1203.4 petition can be successfully filed.
County-Specific Filing
Detailed routing on how to properly serve the District Attorney and file your documents with the specific Superior Court branch where your original conviction occurred.