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Arrest Record Sealing – No Conviction

Have you been arrested but never convicted of a crime? At Compass Law Center, LLP, we help clients pursue relief under California law to seal arrest records when no conviction occurred. This is a powerful tool to protect your reputation, restore peace of mind, and eliminate unnecessary barriers to employment, housing, and licensing.

California Penal Code § 851.8 allows individuals who were arrested but not convicted to request that the court seal and destroy their arrest records—if they can show that they were factually innocent of the charges.

When You May Be Eligible

You may qualify for arrest record sealing if any of the following apply:

• You were arrested, but charges were never filed
• Your case was dismissed in court
• You were acquitted (found not guilty) at trial
• Your conviction was reversed or vacated on appeal

If eligible, the court may order that all records of your arrest be sealed and destroyed—allowing you to truthfully state that you were never arrested for the offense.

When You Are Not Eligible

You may be ineligible for arrest record sealing under Penal Code § 851.8 if:

• The statute of limitations for the offense has not yet expired
• The offense was murder or another crime without a statute of limitations
• You are still under investigation or may still be charged for the offense

Every case is unique, and your eligibility depends on several legal factors. Our attorneys can analyze your record and determine the best course of action to protect your future.

Contact Compass Law Center, LLP today for a confidential consultation and find out if you qualify to have your arrest record sealed—even if there was no conviction.